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Anneliese

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Pronounced AN-eh-lee-zeh /ˌæn.əˈliː.zə/Low

Meaning: Grace plus God's oath; gracious and devoted to GodLow

In 30 seconds: Anneliese is the German compound of Anna (grace) and Liese (from Elizabeth meaning God is my oath), creating a name that means gracious and devoted to God with traditional German naming elegance.
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Origin LowGerman, Hebrew
MeaningGrace plus God's oath; gracious and devoted to God
U.S. rank (2025)#1207 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births188 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2005
Total births (all-time)≈ 5,943

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200519262025

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

Anneliese is the German spelling combining Anna (grace from Hebrew Channah) and Liese (from Elisabeth meaning God is my oath). German compound names of this type have a centuries-long tradition.

Anneliese has a formal, traditional German quality that appeals to parents who love compound names. Its four syllables give it a grandeur that makes it both a full name and a rich source of nicknames.

Did you know? The German -e ending of Anneliese distinguishes it from the Scandinavian Annelise — a small difference that places the name firmly in German naming tradition with centuries of use in German-speaking countries.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Anneliese

Variations

AnneliseAnneliesAnnelisa

Nicknames

AnneAnnieLieseLisa

Famous Bearers

  • ★Anneliese Michel (1952-1976)
    German woman whose death following Catholic exorcism rites inspired the film The Exorcism of Emily Rose

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Frequently Asked

What does Anneliese mean?

Anneliese means gracious and devoted to God, combining Anna (grace) and Liese (from Elisabeth meaning God is my oath).

Is Anneliese German?

Yes, Anneliese is a traditional German compound name with the final -e distinguishing it from the Scandinavian Annelise.

How do you pronounce Anneliese?

Anneliese is pronounced AN-eh-lee-zeh with four syllables.

What are nicknames for Anneliese?

Nicknames for Anneliese include Anne, Annie, Liese, and Lisa.

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