Girl name
Anna name meaning
“grace, favor”
Anna is a feminine name meaning ‘grace’ or ‘favor’. It comes from the Hebrew name Ḥannah through the Greek and Latin form Anna. Its Hebrew root relates to favor or grace, providing the basis for the name’s meaning. Ana is a spelling variant.
What does Anna mean?
The ending -na appears in names of varied origins, including Ratna, Agustina, and Diana. These final letters do not have one independent meaning that applies to every name. More girl names ending in -na →
Origin and cultural usage of Anna
From Hebrew Ḥannah through Greek and Latin Anna. Its Hebrew root relates to favor or grace.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Anna
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Anna, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Anna as a first name
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Interpretation
May her birth bring grace, generosity, and a bright, clear light.Meaning of each word
- Anna: grace, favor
- Klara: bright, clear, renowned
- Natalia: relating to birth or Christmas
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Anna Katarina
Interpretation
May she have a generous heart and a pure inner spirit.Meaning of each word
- Anna: grace, favor
- Katarina: pure, according to traditional interpretation
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Interpretation
May her generosity shine brightly and become a crown of honor.Meaning of each word
- Anna: grace, favor
- Stevani: crown or wreath of honor
- Klara: bright, clear, renowned
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Anna Stefani
Interpretation
May her generous heart become a crown of appreciation in life.Meaning of each word
- Anna: grace, favor
- Stefani: crown, wreath of honor
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Interpretation
May she uphold justice with generosity and a crown of honor.Meaning of each word
- Anna: grace, favor
- Yustin: just, upholding what is right
- Stefani: crown, wreath of honor
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Anna Blandina
Interpretation
May she grow gentle, pleasant, and full of generosity.Meaning of each word
- Anna: grace, favor
- Blandina: gentle, pleasing
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Anna Davina
Interpretation
May she be someone dearly loved and full of generosity.Meaning of each word
- Anna: grace, favor
- Davina: beloved, dearly loved
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Anna Patricia
Interpretation
May she be a noblewoman whose heart is full of generosity.Meaning of each word
- Anna: grace, favor
- Patricia: woman of noble rank
Anna as a middle name
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Interpretation
A picture of divine generosity and grace alongside a dove.Meaning of each word
- Giovani: God has been gracious
- Anna: grace, favor
- Yemima: dove
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Interpretation
May she be a gift from God, beloved and generous.Meaning of each word
- Yoan: God has shown grace
- Anna: grace, favor
- Marita: beloved; bitter; rebellion
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Interpretation
May her devotion and generous heart become a picture of glory.Meaning of each word
- Pia: pious, devoted
- Anna: grace, favor
- Gloria: glory; great honor
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Interpretation
May her generosity flourish beautifully like a rose coming into bloom.Meaning of each word
- Florence: blooming, flourishing
- Anna: grace, favor
- Rosalia: associated with roses
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Interpretation
May God increase the grace, generosity, and purity within her.Meaning of each word
- Yosefina: may God add
- Anna: grace, favor
- Olga: holy, blessed
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Interpretation
May she achieve a good victory with a generous heart.Meaning of each word
- Eunike: good victory
- Anna: grace, favor
- Victoria: victory, triumph over an opponent
Anna as a last name
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Helen Anna
Interpretation
May her generosity become a bright light like a torch.Meaning of each word
- Helen: torch, bright light
- Anna: grace, favor
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Stevani Anna
Interpretation
May she wear a crown of honor with a generous heart.Meaning of each word
- Stevani: crown or wreath of honor
- Anna: grace, favor
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Marita Anna
Interpretation
May she always be loved and have a generous heart.Meaning of each word
- Marita: beloved; bitter; rebellion
- Anna: grace, favor
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Klara Anna
Interpretation
May she be a bright presence, full of grace and generosity.Meaning of each word
- Klara: bright, clear, renowned
- Anna: grace, favor
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Interpretation
May she be a strong, healthy girl with a generous heart.Meaning of each word
- Valerie: strong and vigorous
- Talitha: young girl
- Anna: grace, favor
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Renata Anna
Interpretation
A picture of life reborn with grace and a generous heart.Meaning of each word
- Renata: born again
- Anna: grace, favor
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How to pronounce Anna
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦤ꧀ꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮔ᮪ᮔ |
Is Anna a girl’s name?
Yes, Anna is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 1% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Anna ranks #70 among girl names in our data sample (85 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Anna
Names with related meanings
- Kurnia♂♀A gift bringing goodness
- Rizky♂♀Sustenance, provision
- Rizki♂♀Sustenance, provision
- Anita♀Grace, favor
- Ani♀Grace, favor
- Kurniawati♀Woman endowed with a gift or blessing
- Nita♀Grace, favor
- Riska♀Sustenance or provision
- Nia♀Gift, blessing
- Kurniasih♀A gift and affection
- Yohana♀God has shown grace
- Rizka♀Sustenance, provision for life
Famous people named Anna
- Anna Mathovani · b. 1954
- Anna Tairas · b. 1956
- Anna Maria Marten · b. 1964
- Anna Latuconsina · b. 1956
- Anna Budiarti
- Anna Mu'awanah · b. 1968
- Anna Shirley · b. 1970
- Anna Sophanah · b. 1958
- Anna Tarigan · b. 1972
- Anna Thealita
- Anna · b. 1966
- Anna Agustina · b. 1976
FAQ about the name Anna
What is the meaning of Anna?
Anna means grace, favor. From Hebrew Ḥannah through Greek and Latin Anna. Its Hebrew root relates to favor or grace.
Is Anna a girl’s name?
Yes, Anna is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 1% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Anna?
Anna is of Hebrew, Greek and Latin origin.
How many syllables does Anna have?
Anna has 2 syllables (An-na) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Anna?
Anna ranks #70 among girl names in our data sample (85 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Anna?
Other spellings: Ana.
What full names go well with Anna?
Some ideas: Anna Klara Natalia; Giovani Anna Yemima; Helen Anna.
Famous people named Anna?
Notable people named Anna include Anna Mathovani, Anna Tairas, Anna Maria Marten.
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