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The baby name Anneliese is a Female name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced AN-uh-LEE-zuh (IPA: /ˈænəˌliːzə/).

Anneliese is German in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 4.0
Origin: German
Pronunciation: AN-uh-LEE-zuh (IPA: /ˈænəˌliːzə/)

What is the meaning of the name Anneliese ?

The baby name Anneliese is a Female name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced AN-uh-LEE-zuh (IPA: /ˈænəˌliːzə/).

Anneliese is German in Origin.

Anneliese is a German and Dutch compound feminine name joining Anne/Anna and Liese, a short form of Elisabeth. Anne derives from Hebrew Channah “grace, favor,” while Elisabeth descends from Hebrew Elisheva “my God is an oath.” Together the name suggests “grace pledged to God” or “God’s gracious promise.”

Documented across German-speaking Europe since the 17th century, Anneliese flourished in the early 20th century and later traveled internationally. Anglophone countries often prefer streamlined spellings, fueling modern revivals via Annalise/Annelise. Cognates and variants include Annelise, Annalise, Annaliese, Annelies (Dutch), Anne-Lise (Scandinavian), and Italian Annalisa; short forms Liese, Liesl, Liesel, Lisa, and Annie are common. The name’s classic rhythm and layered devotional meaning keep it traditional yet adaptable, bridging formal Anneliese with friendly nicknames.

Anneliese has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Anneliese

Anneliese van der Pol Actor · Born 1984 · United States Anneliese van der Pol is best known for her role as Chelsea Daniels on the Disney Channel show 'That's So Raven'. Born in 1984, she is a talented actor and singer who has also appeared on Broadway in productions like 'Beauty and the Beast'. Anneliese continues to work in television and theater, showcasing her versatile talents.

Anneliese – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 2007 #1 937
HU 0 #115 1 1,675
CY Girls 0 #125 1 3,755
Austria Girls 0 #128 601 1,885
MT Girls 0 #152 2 3,773
PR Girls 0 #167 1 3,171
Austria 0 #187 27 850
LU Girls 0 #190 1 4,850
AO Girls 0 #217 1 4,575
NA Girls 0 #233 5 7,146
JP Girls 0 #251 1 6,592
Canada Girls 2024 #278 8 2,795
JM Girls 0 #278 1 7,507
HR Girls 0 #294 1 3,687
PE 0 #327 3 6,350
DK Girls 0 #328 2 7,429
GT 0 #338 1 5,948
CZ Girls 0 #350 2 5,378
Germany Girls 0 #362 708 4,949
PL Girls 0 #363 2 5,096
France Girls 2006 #404 3 3,155
BO 0 #407 2 6,868
Germany 0 #411 27 2,542
CL 0 #430 5 6,867
ZA 0 #468 7 14,421
PT Girls 0 #470 2 7,952
PA Girls 0 #517 2 9,861
RU Girls 0 #523 1 11,913
UY Girls 0 #534 3 6,731
GT Girls 0 #539 3 7,500
IR Girls 0 #544 2 8,334
CR Girls 0 #571 3 11,342
BH 0 #587 1 17,937
AR Girls 0 #630 1 8,289
SG Girls 0 #630 3 18,916
HK Girls 0 #646 5 16,104
BO Girls 0 #651 1 9,488
IN Girls 0 #654 1 13,121
United States Girls 2024 #759 158 8,487
CL Girls 0 #830 22 14,098
TN 0 #863 3 13,765
NL Girls 0 #909 47 5,933
BR Girls 0 #926 16 12,708
Spain Girls 0 #972 12 5,561
MY Girls 0 #981 14 24,821
EG Girls 0 #1,006 4 14,742
PE Girls 0 #1,006 5 14,861
SA Girls 0 #1,013 2 25,931
ZA Girls 0 #1,091 51 25,928
CO Girls 0 #1,150 3 16,140
MX Girls 0 #1,171 13 17,781
MA 0 #1,199 1 20,986
DZ 0 #1,234 1 20,130
TR 0 #1,252 3 19,440
IT Girls 0 #1,355 92 9,415

Anneliese is popular in 47 countries — most recent births per country:

France
Canada
United States
Scotland, United Kingdom
Ireland

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People also ask about Anneliese

Anneliese is predominantly a girl's name.
Anneliese is a 4 syllable name, pronounced AN-uh-LEE-zuh (IPA: /ˈænəˌliːzə/).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Annelise, Annaliese, Annalise, Annelisa, Annelies and Anna-Liese.
Yes, very popular — Anneliese ranked #1 in Ireland in 2007, and appears in official birth registries across 5 countries.
Anneliese ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2007).
Anneliese's popularity is declining significantly. It moved from #389 in 2002 to #404 in 2006 in France.
Yes — 1 notable people named Anneliese are in our database, including Anneliese van der Pol (Actor).