Annlouise is a unique and captivating female given name of French origin. The name is derived from the combination of two French names: Anne and Louise. "Anne" means "grace" or "favor," while "Louise" signifies "renowned warrior" or "famous war." Therefore, Annlouise can be interpreted as "graceful renowned warrior" or "famous favor."
The name Annlouise has a rich history in France and other French-speaking regions. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages, with many notable figures bearing this name. One of the most famous is Anne of Austria (1601-1666), who was Queen consort of France from 1638 to 1643 as the wife of King Louis XIII. She played a significant role in French politics during the 17th century and is often associated with the name Annlouise.
In literature, the name Annlouise appears in various works by French authors. For instance, it can be found in "La Comédie humaine" by Honoré de Balzac, a vast series of novels and short stories that provide a panoramic view of French life in the 19th century. The name is also present in some works by Marcel Proust's "À la recherche du temps perdu."
Today, Annlouise continues to be an uncommon but distinctive given name, carrying with it a sense of elegance and strength inherited from its historical roots. It remains a beautiful choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their daughter.
"The name Annlouise has been a relatively uncommon choice for parents in the United States over the past several decades. According to available records, there were five girls named Annlouise born in 1942 and again in 1957. The name saw a slight uptick in popularity during the mid-1960s with seven births recorded in both 1962 and 1964, followed by eight births in 1965. However, its usage has remained quite low overall. In fact, there have only been two years since then where more than five girls were named Annlouise at birth: nine babies were given this name in 1946 and seven in 2015. As of now, a total of 62 American girls have been named Annlouise based on the statistics provided."