Anneliese
Anneliese is a girls' name of German origin meaning “grace and pledged to God.” A compound name blending Anna (grace) and Liese (pledged to God), Anneliese is a classic of Dutch and German naming.
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how do you pronounce Anneliese?
AH-nuh-lee-zuh
where does the name Anneliese come from?
A female given name of German, Dutch or Nordic origin, formed as a compound of Anna and Liese, a short form of Elisabeth.
It carries the intimacy of two beloved names fused into one. The name evokes both Dutch Golden Age portraiture and modern Northern European elegance.
who are famous people named Anneliese?
- Anneliese Michel (subject of notable historical case)
- Anneliese van der Pol (Dutch-American actress)
what are the nicknames and variants of Anneliese?
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Variants around the world
how popular is this name?
Anneliese has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 1 year since 2005. It peaked at #914 in 2005.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2005 | #914 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Anneliese fell outside the top 1,000.
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quick answers about Anneliese
What does the name Anneliese mean?
Anneliese means “grace and pledged to God”.
What is the origin of the name Anneliese?
Anneliese comes from the German naming tradition. Related forms include Annelise and Annaliese.
How popular is the name Anneliese?
Anneliese ranked #914 in the US in 2005, according to Social Security data.
Is Anneliese a boy or girl name?
Anneliese is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Anneliese?
Anneliese is pronounced AH-nuh-lee-zuh, with 4 syllables.
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