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Combination Names - by ethelmary

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By ethelmary
Updated Sun May 14 2023
  1. Annabeth

    • Origin:

      Combination of Anna and Beth

    • Description:

      This is a long-recognized smoosh name merging Anna with the short form of Elizabeth, and is one of the prettiest combo names, a possible alternative to Annabel.
  2. Anneliese

    • Origin:

      German, Dutch

    • Meaning:

      "grace + oath"

    • Description:

      Anneliese is a German and Dutch combination of Anna and Liese (a form of Elizabeth) with an Old World feel but modern appeal. The Anglicized Annalise spelling in in the US Top 500, but this authentic German version has only ever broken into the US Top 1000 once, back in 2005.
  3. Annemarie

    • Origin:

      English combination of Anne and Marie

    • Meaning:

      "grace + drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

    • Description:

      One of the most classic smoosh names around, and very international, too.
  4. Annemieke

    • Origin:

      Dutch variation of Anne-Marie

    • Description:

      A variation on Anne-Marie, this sweet name deserves the attention of some Anglophone parents. Note that "Mieke" rhymes with "Peak-a" not "Pike-a".
  5. Annarose
    • Bellerose

      • Origin:

        French and English

      • Meaning:

        "beautiful rose"

      • Description:

        A felicitous combo of two sweet names; also a Queens, New York neighborhood.
    • Clarabeth

      • Origin:

        English, combination of Clara and Beth

      • Meaning:

        "clear + oath"

      • Description:

        An unusual combination name which feels fresher than most, thanks to the up-and-coming vintage star Clara.
    • Ethelmary

      • Origin:

        English combination of Ethel + Mary

      • Meaning:

        "noble + drop of the sea, bitter, beloved"

      • Description:

        A unique and vintage-feeling combo name, borne by silent child film star Ethelmary Oakland.
    • Lieselotte

      • Origin:

        Combination of Liese and Charlotte

      • Meaning:

        "pledged to God + free man"

      • Description:

        Also spelled Liselotte, this is a clunky-but-cute compound name of German, Danish, Swedish, and Dutch origin. It combines elements of popular Elizabeth with popular Charlotte to create a name with a very different feel: sweet and oldy-worldy.
    • Marianne

      • Origin:

        French combination of Marie and Anne

      • Meaning:

        "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + grace"

      • Description:

        A midcentury Catholic classic that's not chosen by many parents today. Leonard Cohen fans might think of the beautiful song So Long, Marianne, named for his lover and muse Marianne Ihlen.
    • Rosanne

      • Description:

        Rosanne is a feminine name combining elements of Rose and Anne/Anna, two classic names with long histories. Rose derives from the Latin "rosa," referring to the flower that symbolizes love and beauty, while Anne comes from Hebrew Hannah, meaning "grace." This combination creates a name that feels both traditional and melodic. Rosanne saw modest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, with renewed recognition through actress and comedian Roseanne Barr (though her spelling uses one 'n'). The name carries a vintage charm that balances floral delicacy with substance. Rosanne offers the appeal of familiar elements blended into a distinct identity, providing classic roots while being less common than either of its component names. It presents a graceful option with timeless appeal.

    • Rosabeth