Anna
Anna is a Christian girl name of Hebrew, via Greek and Latin origin, meaning “Grace, favour”.
| Meaning | Grace, favour |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Greek and Latin |
| Written as | חַנָּה |
| Pronunciation | AN-uh |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Anna
Anna is the Greek and Latin form of the Hebrew Channah (Hannah), from a root meaning grace or favour. In the Gospel of Luke, Anna is an elderly prophetess who recognises the infant Jesus in the Temple. Christian tradition also names Saint Anne (Anna) as the mother of the Virgin Mary. The name has been used throughout Christian Europe for centuries and appears in countless languages almost unchanged.
Is Anna a Christian name?
Anna is a biblical name: Anna the prophetess appears in Luke 2, and Hannah is the mother of Samuel in the Hebrew Bible. Saint Anne, the grandmother of Jesus in tradition, is widely venerated.
How popular is Anna?
One of the most widely used girls' names in the world, popular across Europe and the Americas.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anna mean?
Anna means 'Grace, favour'. It is of Hebrew, via Greek and Latin origin.
Is Anna a Christian name?
Anna is a biblical name: Anna the prophetess appears in Luke 2, and Hannah is the mother of Samuel in the Hebrew Bible. Saint Anne, the grandmother of Jesus in tradition, is widely venerated.
How do you pronounce Anna?
Anna is pronounced AN-uh.
Is Anna a boy or girl name?
Anna is usually a girl name.