Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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
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
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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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 (2 Variations)
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
71.21% 982nd/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
50.13% 780th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
56.09% 1363rd/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
53.89% 1877th/3483 |
- |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
3.74% 53rd/1416 |
1.96% 27th/1379 |
4.27% 101st/2366 |
5.87% 67th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
3.43% 53rd/1546 |
1.09% 17th/1556 |
1.83% 43rd/2353 |
2.97% 46th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
1.89% 42nd/2227 |
1.15% 28th/2430 |
2.77% 79th/2853 |
2.05% 57th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
2.11% 62nd/2937 |
2.01% 70th/3483 |
3.61% 127th/3518 |
2.47% 100th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
4.50% 166th/3685 |
4.80% 215th/4475 |
4.70% 244th/5194 |
5.00% 316th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
12.94% 593rd/4582 |
11.77% 608th/5164 |
8.00% 585th/7313 |
12.03% 898th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.78% 1067th/3984 |
25.25% 1133rd/4487 |
11.87% 810th/6822 |
23.96% 1504th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Rhode Island across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1991st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1385th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1807th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2512th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7890th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22675th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 50th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 36th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 43rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 83rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 227th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 653rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1037th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.