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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AN-uh //ˈæn.ə//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: Grace; English: Variant of Anna
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Annah is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, which means "grace" or "favor." The Hebrew form חַנָּה (Channah) appears in the Old Testament, where Hannah is the mother of the prophet Samuel, a significant figure in biblical history. The name was later transliterated into Greek as Ἄννα (Anna) in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, which dates back to the 3rd century BCE.
This Greek form subsequently influenced Latin, where it became Anna, and eventually made its way into Old French as Anne before entering the English language as Annah and its variants. Throughout history, the name has been borne by various notable figures, including saints and queens.
Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary, is a prominent figure in Christian tradition, and her feast day is celebrated on July 26. The name gained further prominence in the Middle Ages, particularly in Europe, where it was associated with piety and maternal virtue.
The name Annah, as a variant of Hannah, also appears in various religious texts and translations, including the King James Bible, which was published in the early 17th century and has had a lasting impact on the English-speaking world. Culturally, the name Annah carries connotations of grace and favor, reflecting its etymological roots.
It has been embraced in various traditions and is often associated with themes of motherhood and devotion. The diminutive form Anna has also been widely used across different cultures, further enhancing the name's resonance.
The enduring nature of Annah and its variants can be attributed to their deep historical roots and the positive qualities they embody, making them significant in both religious and cultural contexts.
Famous people named Annah
In this section, you will find notable people named Annah. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Annah who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Annah who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Annah Stretton is a fashion designer best known for her work in New Zealand fashion and her clothing brand Stretton.
Fictional characters named Annah
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Annah is a fictional character from the video game series Planescape. She is a significant ally and love interest of the Nameless One, providing crucial support in their journey through the multiverse.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Annah was first seen in the United States in 1888.
Annah has ranked as high as #3957 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in Texas, Michigan, North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Mississippi.
In the past 5 years the name Annah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Annah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Annah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Annah.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16 | 16 |
| 2024 | 18 | 18 |
| 2023 | 16 | 16 |
| 2022 | 25 | 25 |
| 2021 | 21 | 21 |
| 2020 | 16 | 16 |
| 2019 | 22 | 22 |
| 2018 | 23 | 23 |
| 2017 | 28 | 28 |
| 2016 | 34 | 34 |
| 2015 | 38 | 38 |
| 2014 | 35 | 35 |
| 2013 | 28 | 28 |
| 2012 | 41 | 41 |
| 2011 | 42 | 42 |
| 2010 | 39 | 39 |
| 2009 | 35 | 35 |
| 2008 | 48 | 48 |
| 2007 | 51 | 51 |
| 2006 | 59 | 59 |
| 2005 | 54 | 54 |
| 2004 | 52 | 52 |
| 2003 | 52 | 52 |
| 2002 | 63 | 63 |
| 2001 | 68 | 68 |
| 2000 | 60 | 60 |
| 1999 | 52 | 52 |
| 1998 | 62 | 62 |
| 1997 | 49 | 49 |
| 1996 | 53 | 53 |
| 1995 | 39 | 39 |
| 1994 | 51 | 51 |
| 1993 | 42 | 42 |
| 1992 | 41 | 41 |
| 1991 | 31 | 31 |
| 1990 | 39 | 39 |
| 1989 | 33 | 33 |
| 1988 | 41 | 41 |
| 1987 | 39 | 39 |
| 1986 | 25 | 25 |
| 1985 | 30 | 30 |
| 1984 | 22 | 22 |
| 1983 | 19 | 19 |
| 1982 | 21 | 21 |
| 1981 | 19 | 19 |
| 1980 | 22 | 22 |
| 1979 | 10 | 10 |
| 1978 | 17 | 17 |
| 1977 | 9 | 9 |
| 1976 | 13 | 13 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 | 5 |
| 1931 | 7 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 8 | 8 |
| 1925 | 9 | 9 |
| 1923 | 6 | 6 |
| 1922 | 6 | 6 |
| 1921 | 8 | 8 |
| 1920 | 9 | 9 |
| 1918 | 5 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 | 6 |
| 1916 | 11 | 11 |
| 1909 | 5 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 | 5 |
| 1894 | 6 | 6 |
| 1893 | 5 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 | 5 |
| 1888 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Annah (2022)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |