US Popularity:492
Origin:Spanish
Meaning:favored grace
Ana is a girl’s name of Spanish origin and is a derivation of other baby girl names like Anne and Hannah, which come from Hebrew roots. Ana means “favored grace” in reference to the blessings God bestowed on Hannah in the Old Testament. It’s said Hannah longed for a child and, after faithful prayer, was honored with a son, the prophet Samuel. Hannah’s significance has transcended centuries, passing onto Ana and her many sister names to become a timeless and classic moniker. Ana’s history makes it perfect for parents looking for a name that’s always in fashion and not beholden to the latest trends.

Common Nicknames for Ana

Nothing is really quite as cute as baby—but the perfect nickname comes close. From the catchy to the cool, the options for Ana are so sweet you just can’t help but say, “awww!” And we’ve rounded them up for you and your adorable baby below.

How Popular Is The Name Ana?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Ana is currently #806 on The Bump
Girl:Ana is currently #589 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Ana is currently #492 in U.S. births
Girl:Ana is currently #224 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#224
in 2023
- 16
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
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