Annette Wan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Annette Wan — Greek
194K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Annette Wan is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Annette is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Annette or Anette is a given name that is a diminutive of Anna or Anne, and has been used as a name of its own since the Industrial Age. In Greek, the variant Anneta is used. Notable people with the name include: People named Annette Annette Abbott Adams (1877–1956), American lawyer and judge Annette A. The surname Wan: Wan is the Mandarin pinyin and Wade–Giles romanization of the Chinese surname written 万 in simplified Chinese and 萬 in traditional Chinese. It is romanized as Man in Cantonese. It is listed 162nd in the Song dynasty classic text Hundred Family Surnames. As of 2008, it is the 88th most common surname in China, shared by 2.4 million people. The province with the most people having the surname is Anhui. In 2011, of the top 30 cities in China it was one of the top ten surnames of Nanchang, where it is the fourth-most common name. Annette is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 194K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Annette reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Annette

Greek

Annette or Anette is a given name that is a diminutive of Anna or Anne, and has been used as a name of its own since the Industrial Age. In Greek, the variant Anneta is used. Notable people with the name include: People named Annette Annette Abbott Adams (1877–1956), American lawyer and judge Annette A.

Surname: Wan

Vietnamese

Wan is the Mandarin pinyin and Wade–Giles romanization of the Chinese surname written 万 in simplified Chinese and 萬 in traditional Chinese. It is romanized as Man in Cantonese. It is listed 162nd in the Song dynasty classic text Hundred Family Surnames. As of 2008, it is the 88th most common surname in China, shared by 2.4 million people. The province with the most people having the surname is Anhui. In 2011, of the top 30 cities in China it was one of the top ten surnames of Nanchang, where it is the fourth-most common name.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Annette is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Annette by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Annette Wan

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Annette Wan:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Annette?
The first name Annette originates from Greek. Annette or Anette is a given name that is a diminutive of Anna or Anne, and has been used as a name of its own since the Industrial Age. In Greek, the variant Anneta is used. Notable people with the name include: People named Annette Annette Abbott Adams (1877–1956), American lawyer and judge Annette A.
When was Annette most popular?
The name Annette reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wan?
The surname Wan originates from Vietnamese. Wan is the Mandarin pinyin and Wade–Giles romanization of the Chinese surname written 万 in simplified Chinese and 萬 in traditional Chinese. It is romanized as Man in Cantonese. It is listed 162nd in the Song dynasty classic text Hundred Family Surnames. As of 2008, it is the 88th most common surname in China, shared by 2.4 million people. The province with the most people having the surname is Anhui. In 2011, of the top 30 cities in China it was one of the top ten surnames of Nanchang, where it is the fourth-most common name.
What are the origins of the name Annette Wan?
The name Annette Wan combines two different traditions: the first name Annette has Greek roots, while the surname Wan originates from Vietnamese.
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