Anna
Anna first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1918, when 15,666 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,521.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Anna popular?
Declining Anna is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1918 peak.
| 2020s | 17,726 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 51,326 | |
| 2000s | 90,325 | |
| 1990s | 78,595 | |
| 1980s | 57,327 | |
| 1970s | 37,813 | |
| 1960s | 40,935 | |
| 1950s | 41,701 | |
| 1940s | 41,282 | |
| 1930s | 66,598 | |
| 1920s | 123,895 | |
| 1910s | 118,998 | |
| 1900s | 54,918 | |
| 1890s | 55,261 | |
| 1880s | 38,159 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Anna mean?
The Greek and Latin form of Hebrew 'Channah' (Hannah), meaning grace or favour. Reached most European languages via the Greek New Testament (the prophetess Anna).
Nicknames for Anna
- Ann
- Annie
- Nan
Variants & spellings
- Ana
- Anne
- Anya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anna mean?
Anna means grace, favour. The Greek and Latin form of Hebrew 'Channah' (Hannah), meaning grace or favour. Reached most European languages via the Greek New Testament (the prophetess Anna).
What is the origin of the name Anna?
Anna is of hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Anna?
Anna is pronounced “AN-uh.”
Is Anna a boy or a girl name?
Anna is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Anna a popular name right now?
Anna is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1918 peak.
How popular is the name Anna?
In 2025, Anna ranked #107 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Anna most popular?
Anna was most popular in 1918, when about 15,666 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Anna?
Common nicknames for Anna include Ann, Annie, Nan.
What names are similar to Anna?
Names similar to Anna include Hannah, Anne, Emma, Ada.
What names go well with Anna?
hebrew names that pair well with Anna include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.