Ananias
Ananias is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God has answered or Yahweh has been gracious.
Origin and history
Ananias is a biblical name derived from the Hebrew Hananiah. It appears in the New Testament in several prominent narratives, including the story of the early Christian disciple in Damascus who restored Paul's sight. While historically uncommon, the name has seen a mild resurgence in modern U.S. usage.
Popularity in the United States
961 babies in the United States have been named Ananias since 1880. It ranks #3719 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1672.
States where it is most popular
- TX (61.4 %)
- CA (29.8 %)
- FL (8.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 10 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 12 |
| 1910-1920 | 36 |
| 1920-1930 | 59 |
| 1930-1940 | 63 |
| 1940-1950 | 29 |
| 1950-1960 | 38 |
| 1960-1970 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 33 |
| 1990-2000 | 47 |
| 2000-2010 | 117 |
| 2010-2019 | 225 |
| 2020-2029 | 255 |
Famous people named Ananias
- Ananias Dare: Bricklayer, Colonist
Fun facts
- In the New Testament, Ananias of Damascus was commanded by God to seek out and heal Saul of Tarsus.
- Ananias represents the Hellenized form of the classical Hebrew name Hananiah.