Ana
Ana is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Favour, grace, or gracious.
Origin and history
Ana is a classic name of Hebrew origin, serving as a Latinate form of Hannah. It has been a steady, timeless choice in the United States across diverse communities. The name carries a simple, classic elegance that spans centuries.
Popularity in the United States
111,359 babies in the United States have been named Ana since 1880. It ranks #347 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #221.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.2 %)
- TX (21.5 %)
- NY (9 %)
- FL (5.8 %)
- IL (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 78 |
| 1890-1900 | 110 |
| 1900-1910 | 157 |
| 1910-1920 | 367 |
| 1920-1930 | 710 |
| 1930-1940 | 752 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,338 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,930 |
| 1960-1970 | 7,844 |
| 1970-1980 | 11,217 |
| 1980-1990 | 15,530 |
| 1990-2000 | 23,541 |
| 2000-2010 | 23,203 |
| 2010-2019 | 14,543 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,039 |
Famous people named Ana
- Ana de Armas: Actress
- Ana Gasteyer: Actress, Comedian
- Ana Ortiz: Actress
Fun facts
- Ana directly stems from the Ancient Hebrew name Channah, which also gave rise to Ann, Anne, and Hannah.
- It is one of the most widely recognized feminine names worldwide, spanning Romance, Slavic, and English-speaking cultures.