The spelling of the name "Annalee" can be confusing due to the multiple ways it can be pronounced. The IPA phonetic transcription for this name is /ˈænəli/ which shows the stress on the second syllable. The double E at the end of the name can be misleading, as it often implies a long vowel sound but in this case, it's pronounced as a schwa sound. It's important to make note of the pronunciation when writing or saying this name to avoid any confusion.
The name "Annalee" is believed to have multiple origins and etymological sources.
One possible origin is that "Annalee" is a variant or a combination of the names "Anna" and "Lee". Both "Anna" and "Lee" have independent etymological roots. "Anna" is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor", while "Lee" has Old English origins and means "meadow" or "clearing". Therefore, "Annalee" would carry meanings associated with both names.
Another possibility is that "Annalee" is a modern variation of the name "Annaleigh". "Annaleigh" is a combination of "Anna" and "Leigh", with "Leigh" being an Old English surname meaning "clearing" or "meadow".