Anne
Meaning of Anne
Anne is a classic female name with a rich history. It is pronounced as an (/æn/) in English. The name Anne has variations, such as Anna, which add to its versatility and appeal. In the United States of America, Anne has consistently been a popular choice for parents over the years. While its ranking may have fluctuated slightly, it remains a timeless option for newborn girls. Whether you prefer the traditional spelling of Anne or the slightly more elaborate Anna, this name exudes elegance and grace.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as an (/æn/)
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Notable People Named Anne
| Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII, was a key figure in the political and religious upheaval of the English Reformation, and was executed by beheading for treason and other charges. |
| Anne Hathaway is an accomplished American actress with numerous awards and a successful box office track record. |
| Annelies Marie Frank, also known as Anne Frank, was a German-born Jewish girl who gained posthumous fame for her diary documenting life in hiding during the Holocaust. |
| Anne Hutchinson was a Puritan spiritual advisor and religious reformer who played a significant role in the Antinomian Controversy in the Massachusetts Bay Colony during the 17th century. |
| Anne Brontë, the youngest member of the Brontë literary family, was an English novelist and poet. |
| Anne Bradstreet was a prominent early English poet in North America and the first writer in England's North American colonies to be published, known for her large corpus of poetry and personal writings. |
| Anne Elizabeth Applebaum is an American and naturalized-Polish journalist and historian known for her extensive writing on the history of Communism and civil society in Central and Eastern Europe. |
| Dame Mary Anne Salmond is a distinguished New Zealand anthropologist, environmentalist, and writer, honored as New Zealander of the Year in 2013 and appointed to the prestigious Order of New Zealand in 2020. |
| Anne Finch, Countess of Winchilsea, was an influential English poet and courtier of the Augustan Era, known for her diverse literary works and advocacy for women's equality and fulfillment. |
| Anne Hathaway was the wife of William Shakespeare, and very little is known about her life beyond legal documents, leading to much speculation about her personality and relationship with the famous playwright. |
| Anne Morrow Lindbergh - Anne Spencer Morrow Lindbergh was an American writer and aviatrix known for her exploratory flights alongside her husband, Charles Lindbergh. |
| Anne Bonny, also known as Ann Fulford, was a notable Irish pirate in the Caribbean and one of the rare female pirates in history, with her story primarily documented in Captain Charles Johnson's book. |
| Anne Bancroft was a highly acclaimed American actress, known for her versatility and talent, and she achieved numerous prestigious awards throughout her career. |
| Anne Sexton was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American poet known for her highly personal and confessional verse, which detailed her struggles with mental illness and intimate aspects of her private life. |
| Anne Sullivan Macy was a renowned American teacher, famous for being Helen Keller's instructor and lifelong companion. |
