The nameAnaël
Anaël is a name of Hebrew origin used for both boys and girls, the name of an angel in some traditions. It has been well liked in France since the 1990s.
- Unisex name
- Hebrew
Meaning
The meaning of Anaël is debated. It is often translated as "grace of God".
Origin
Hebrew. Anaëlle is a form used for girls.
History
The name spread in France in the 1990s and 2000s.
Popularity of the name Anaël
Anaël in France
Anaël was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,345 births over the decade, 29% of all recorded babies named Anaël. Its rise began around 1980, and it peaked in 2010. Half of all babies named Anaël in France were born before 2007, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 84 births a year on average, against 112 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Anaël in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anaël mean?
The meaning of Anaël is debated. It is often translated as "grace of God".
What is the origin of the name Anaël?
Hebrew. Anaëlle is a form used for girls.
Is Anaël a girl's or a boy's name?
Anaël is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.
What are the variants of the name Anaël?
Variants and related names of Anaël include Anaëlle.