Spelling Variants
Ann vs Anna: Which Spelling?
Ann and Anna are variant spellings of the same name derived from Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace', with Anna being the fuller form.
Global Rank #277
Ann
Origin: English
The name Ann derives from the Hebrew name Hannah (חנה), meaning "grace" or "favor," and entered English through the Latin form Anna.
Global Rank #1
Anna
Origin: English
The name Anna means "grace" or "favor" and derives from the Hebrew name Channah (חנה), related to the root word "chen" meaning grace.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Anna currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.