Origin:
English
French
Hebrew
Scottish
Shakespearean
Sex:Female
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:French spelling of English Ann, a variant of Hannah introduced to Britain in the 13th century. Famous bearers: 14th century St Anne; King Henry VIII’s wives Anne Boleyn and Anne of Cleves; Queen Elizabeth’s daughter Princess Anne.
Soul Urge:People with the name Anne have a deep inner desire for a stable, loving family or community, and a need to work with others and to be appreciated.
Expression:People with the name Anne are excellent at analyzing, understanding, and learning. They tend to be mystics, philosophers, scholars, and teachers. Because they live so much in the mind, they tend to be quiet and introspective, and are usually introverts. When presented with issues, they will see the larger picture. Their solitary thoughtfulness and analysis of people and world events may make them seem aloof, and sometimes even melancholy.