Anne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Anne |
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| Gender | Female |
| Language(s) | English, French |
| Origin | |
| Meaning | Favored, Grace |
Anne, sometimes spelled Ann, is a popular female name. It comes from the Latin name Anna. This Latin name, in turn, comes from the Hebrew name Hannah. The meaning of Hannah is 'favour' or 'grace'.
Interestingly, Anne is sometimes used as a male name in certain places. For example, in the Frisian speaking part of the Netherlands, it can be a boy's name. When used for boys, it is linked to Germanic names and means 'eagle'. It has also been used for males in France, like Anne de Montmorency, and in Scotland, such as Lord Anne Hamilton.
In the United Kingdom, Anne used to be the spelling for royalty, while Ann was used for regular people. This difference is not common anymore.
Famous Annes in Stories
Many well-known characters in books and stories are named Anne.
Characters from Books
- Anne Shirley: She is the main character in Anne of Green Gables, a famous book series by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Anne Shirley is known for her imagination and adventurous spirit.
- Raggedy Ann: This is a beloved rag doll character. She first appeared in books written by Johnny Gruelle.
Ships Named Anne
The name Anne has also been given to several ships throughout history.
Historical Ships
- Anne (1623 New World voyage): This ship was part of an important journey to the New World in 1623.
- Anne (1799 ship): Another ship named Anne, built in 1799.
