Anna: Name Meaning, Origin, Nicknames and Popularity - Page 2

The name Anna is of Hebrew origin and means "grace" or "favor". It is derived from the Hebrew name חַנָּה (Channah) or the Greek name Ἄννα (Anna). In various other languages, the name has similar meanings such as "gracious" in English and "Gnade" in German. Anna is a popular name in many cultures and has different variations and spellings such as Anne, Ann, Ana, and Hannah.

The name "Anna" is of Hebrew origin. It is derived from the Hebrew name "Hannah" meaning "favor" or "grace." It has also been derived from Latin, Greek, and Old Norse origins. The name "Anna" has been used for centuries in various cultures and has many variations and forms in different languages.

According to data from the United States Social Security Administration, the name Anna has been consistently popular over the years. In recent years, it has been a commonly chosen name for baby girls. In 2020, Anna was ranked as the 53rd most popular name for girls in the United States.

1. Annabelle
2. Annie
3. Anne
4. Anita
5. Anya
6. Annika
7. Hannah
8. Annette
9. Ana
10. Nancy

Some common nicknames for Anna include:
- Annie
- Ana
- Nan
- Nat
- Nia
- Nana
- Ann
- Nini
- Nanny
- Ani

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