Annabella

Annabella is a Latinate elaboration of Annabel, itself likely a medieval Scottish alteration of Amabel, from the Latin amabilis, meaning lovable or worthy of love, though it was later reinforced by association with Anna, a name of Hebrew origin meaning grace or favor. The form Annabella flourished in Italy and Scotland during the medieval and early modern periods, with notable bearers including Annabella Drummond, queen consort of Scotland in the late fourteenth century. The name has remained in use across English-speaking countries and shares close ties with Annabelle, Annabell, and Arabella.