Parents seeking a meaningful feminine name often discover Anabel, drawn to its hebrew heritage and beautiful significance: "This name is a combination (composed, blended name) of “Anna,” and “Bella” (from the Hebrew “Bella,” a short form of “Isabella, Isabel,” or from the Latin “bellus” which means “beautiful, pretty, kind, lovable, pleasant, cute". This name offers a perfect blend of cultural depth and personal meaning, making it a timeless choice for families around the world.
This name is a combination (composed, blended name) of “Anna,” and “Bella” (from the Hebrew “Bella,” a short form of “Isabella, Isabel,” or from the Latin “bellus” which means “beautiful, pretty, kind, lovable, pleasant, cute.” Bella could also derive from the Latin “ămābĭlis,” meaning “lovable, pleasant.” The English variants “Amabel and Mabel” were common in the middle ages, but fell into disuse after the fifteenth century. The name may have other connections with the name “Arabella,” from the Latin “ōrābilis > ōrābile,” meaning “exorable, invoked,” ancient meaning “answered prayer” or “prayer heard.” The first known case of the name is Orabilis, daughter of Ness of Leuchars, mother of Saer de Quincy, who lived in the middle of the twelfth century.
(Ḥannāh) (bellus) (Elisheva) (ōrābilis > ōrābile) > Annabella
This name has found popularity across spanish, and swedish speaking regions, demonstrating its cross-cultural appeal and adaptability.
Anabel is a variant form of Annabel, developed through regional pronunciation differences and linguistic evolution. This variation preserves the essential meaning while offering a unique sound.