Ana

Girl's name

Ana is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor."

Meaning Favored, grace
Origin Spanish
U.S. births in 2023 1,497
Peak year 1991

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ana Ivanovic - Tennis player, former world No. 1.
  • Ana de Armas - Actress, starred in "Knives Out."
  • Ana Kasparian - Political commentator, co-host of "The Young Turks."
  • Ana Beatriz Barros - Brazilian model, Victoria's Secret Angel.
  • Ana Gasteyer - Actress, known for "Saturday Night Live."
  • Ana de la Reguera - Mexican actress, starred in "Narcos."
  • Ana Mendieta - Cuban-American artist, known for performance art.
  • Ana Braga - Brazilian model, social media personality.
  • Ana Hickmann - Brazilian model, TV host, entrepreneur.
  • Ana Mulvoy-Ten - British actress, known for "House of Anubis."

Sisters for Ana

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Brothers for Ana

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Name Variants

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