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Annelis
Pronounced AN-eh-liss /ˈæn.ə.lɪs/Medium
Meaning: A short form of Anneliese, a German compound of Anna ('grace; favor') and Liese/Elise (from Elizabeth, 'God is my oath'). A crisp classic; noted honestly.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Annelis shortens Anneliese, joining Anna ('grace') and Elise ('God is my oath'). It reads crisp and classic — familiar in Germany, rare in the U.S. (said 'AN-eh-liss').
In the U.S. it appears only rarely, more familiar in Germany. Rare, crisp, and classic.
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What does the name Annelis mean?
Annelis is a short form of Anneliese, joining Anna ('grace') and Elise ('God is my oath').
How do you pronounce Annelis?
It's said AN-eh-liss /ˈæn.ə.lɪs/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Annelis a boy or girl name?
Annelis is used here as a girl's name.
How popular is Annelis?
Annelis is a rare name in the U.S., more familiar in Germany.