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Anelis

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Pronounced uh-NEH-lis /əˈnɛ.lɪs/Medium

Meaning: Anelis reads as a blend of Anna ('grace', from Hebrew Hannah) with Elise or the Germanic Liesl (short for Elisabeth). It resembles Anneliese, a well-known German compound. The exact route here is uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A soft, flowing name: Anelis reads as Anna ('grace') braided with Elise (said 'uh-NEH-lis'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowEuropean, Coined
MeaningAnelis reads as a blend of Anna ('grace', from Hebrew Hannah) with Elise or the Germanic Liesl (short for Elisabeth). It resembles Anneliese, a well-known German compound. The exact route here is uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2025)#8406 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births12 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 195

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919982025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

As a girl's name, Anelis reads as a trimmed spin on Anneliese, joining Anna ('grace') with Elise or Liesl. It carries a gentle European air. The precise route is uncertain, which we note (said 'uh-NEH-lis').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, lyrical, and European-flavored.

Did you know? Anelis echoes the German compound Anneliese, which pairs Anna ('grace') with Liese — a warm, old-world blend. The exact route here is uncertain, which we note (said 'uh-NEH-lis').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Anelis — Anneliese blend (Anna + Elise/Liesl); route uncertain

Variations

AnnelieseAnneliseAnelise

Nicknames

AnaLisAni

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If you like Anelis…

Annelise— the fuller blend Anelis trims
Anneliese— the classic German compound behind it
Elise— the Elise half echoed in sound
Annika— a like Anna-rooted, soft pick

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Anelis mean?

Anelis reads as a blend of Anna ('grace') with Elise or Liesl, echoing the German Anneliese. The route is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Anelis?

It's said uh-NEH-lis /əˈnɛ.lɪs/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Anelis a boy or girl name?

Anelis is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Anelis?

Anelis is a very rare name for girls in the U.S.

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