Annalise is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #845 in 2025 with 42 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2012 with 160 births ranking #299. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 20.8%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 6,031 girls born was named Annalise. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Annalise is a polished, flowing name that blends classic grace with a more lyrical modern feel. It is often understood through the joining of Anna with Lise- or Elise-related elements.
The name has European roots but feels especially at home in modern English-speaking naming because of its elegance and familiar pieces. Its appeal rests on refinement and softness.