Girl · 43rd of 12,526
Ann
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
471,397
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1957
Peak Popularity Year
9,068
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Ann stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Ann originates from Hebrew, meaning grace or favor, evolving from Hannah through the forms Anna and Ann. It has biblical significance linked to Hannah, the mother of Samuel. Ann has been a popular name since the Middle Ages, known for its classic appeal. It has several variants and is generally perceived positively in modern times, associated with grace. Notable figures include Ann Landers and Ann Boleyn.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/æn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Ann is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, which means 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Hannah, Anna, Ann
Biblical Background
The name Ann has biblical roots, as it is derived from Hannah, the mother of the prophet Samuel in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Ann gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages and has remained a classic name throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Anne, Anna, Annie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ann is viewed as a timeless and classic name, often associated with grace and simplicity.
Famous People
Ann Landers, Ann Coulter, Ann Boleyn
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 9,068 peak births in 1957
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Rhode Island
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 13 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1991st of 7545 | 257 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1385th of 6773 | 443 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1807th of 7552 | 357 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2512th of 10718 | 241 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7890th of 16616 | 60 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22675th of 24088 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 50th of 9107 | 88,408 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 36th of 9204 | 118,095 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 43rd of 12526 | 160,663 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 83rd of 19264 | 65,530 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 227th of 27321 | 19,894 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 653rd of 35406 | 6,874 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1037th of 30306 | 3,041 |