Annettee, derived from the French 'Antoinette,' is a charming and distinctive given name of Latin origin. It means 'highly praiseworthy' or 'most worthy of praise.' The variant spelling Annette was popularized in English-speaking countries during the late 19th century. This name has been used in literature, notably by Gustave Flaubert in his novel 'Madame Bovary,' featuring an character named Emma Bovary née Annette. Today, Annettee continues to be a unique and elegant choice for parents seeking a name with a touch of European charm.
The name Annettee experienced fluctuations in popularity between 1955 and 1971, with its highest points being in 1957, 1959, and 1964 when it had six or eight births per year respectively. However, it dropped to five births in the other years provided, except for a brief increase to seven in 1961. Overall, there were 42 children named Annettee during this period.