Ana
Ana is a Christian girl name of Hebrew, via Spanish and Portuguese origin, meaning “Grace, favour”.
| Meaning | Grace, favour |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Spanish and Portuguese |
| Pronunciation | AH-nah |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Brazil, Croatia |
Meaning and origin of Ana
Ana is the Spanish, Portuguese and Slavic form of Hannah, from the Hebrew Channah, meaning grace or favour. Its popularity in Catholic countries comes from Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary according to tradition. Ana is frequently used in compounds such as Ana María, Ana Sofía and Ana Lucía. Modern bearers include Cuban-Spanish actress Ana de Armas.
Is Ana a Christian name?
In the Hebrew Bible, Hannah is the mother of the prophet Samuel (1 Samuel 1–2); in Christian tradition, Saint Anne is honoured as Jesus' grandmother.
How popular is Ana?
One of the most common girls' names in the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ana mean?
Ana means 'Grace, favour'. It is of Hebrew, via Spanish and Portuguese origin.
Is Ana a Christian name?
In the Hebrew Bible, Hannah is the mother of the prophet Samuel (1 Samuel 1–2); in Christian tradition, Saint Anne is honoured as Jesus' grandmother.
How do you pronounce Ana?
Ana is pronounced AH-nah.
Is Ana a boy or girl name?
Ana is usually a girl name.