Ann

Girl's name

Ann is a variant of the name Anna, which is of Hebrew origin. It means "grace" or "favor."

Meaning Favored, grace
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 211
Peak year 1957

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ann Hathaway - Actress known for "The Devil Wears Prada."
  • Ann Coulter - Conservative political commentator and author.
  • Ann Wilson - Lead singer of the band Heart.
  • Ann-Margret - Actress and singer known for "Bye Bye Birdie."
  • Ann Curry - Journalist and former "Today" show anchor.
  • Ann Dowd - Actress known for "The Handmaid's Tale."
  • Ann Richards - Former Governor of Texas.
  • Ann B. Davis - Actress who played Alice on "The Brady Bunch."
  • Ann Sothern - Actress known for "Maisie" film series.
  • Ann Patchett - Author of "Bel Canto" and other novels.

Sisters for Ann

Girl names closely related to Ann

Mary Anne Kensley Mollie Kinsleigh Karlie India Kayleigh

Brothers for Ann

Boy names closely related to Ann

Jon Kylan Karson Miller Kingston Kameron Princeton Kyson

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Ann

Aanya Ana Anabel Anabella Anabelle Anais Analee Anali

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