Anna-Leigh
Girl name · 7 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Anna-Leigh: 7 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2015.
Of Dutch and English origin, Anna-Leigh is a modern compound name that marries the timeless Anna—from the Hebrew Channah, meaning “grace” or “favour”—with the lyrical Leigh, derived from an Old English word for “meadow” or “clearing.” The combination blossomed in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend for double-barrelled and hyphenated names. Its most famous bearers include Anna-Leigh French, an English actress known for her role in the British soap opera *Emmerdale*, bringing a touch of contemporary screen glamour. While no major places bear the name directly, the heather-clad, low-lying fields of Scotland evoke the “meadow” aspect of Leigh. A delightful note: this name’s dual harmony offers the nickname Annie-Lea, blending vintage charm with a southern, honeyed lilt.
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20154 babies
- Latest (2015)
- #6534 babies
- Total births
- 7since 2009
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y