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Name Origin

Anne is a feminine given name, primarily of Hebrew origin. It is a variant of the name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.

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Famous People

Anne Frank (1929-1945)

Diarist, Holocaust victim

  • Wrote the diary 'The Diary of a Young Girl' which documented her experiences hiding from the Nazis during World War II.

Anne Hathaway (1982-)

Actress

  • Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Les Misérables'
  • Known for roles in films such as 'The Devil Wears Prada', 'Brokeback Mountain', and 'Interstellar'

Anne Rice (1941-2021)

Author

  • Best known for her gothic fiction novels, particularly 'Interview with the Vampire'
  • Popularized vampire literature in the modern era

Anne Boleyn (1501-1536)

Queen consort of England

  • Second wife of King Henry VIII of England
  • Played a key role in the English Reformation