Hosanna Girl

Popularity: #803 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ho-ZAN-uh //hoʊˈzænə//

Origin: Hebrew; Latin

Meaning: Hebrew: 'save, deliver'; Latin: 'praise'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Hosanna has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the phrase "hoshi'a na," which translates to "save, please" or "save now." This expression appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Psalms, where it is used as a plea for divine assistance. The term was later adopted into Greek as "ὡσαννά" (hosanna) and subsequently made its way into Latin as "hosanna," before entering Old French and finally English.

The transition into English occurred through biblical translations, particularly the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which popularized the term in Christian liturgical contexts. Historically, the term Hosanna is notably associated with the New Testament, where it is used during Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, as recorded in the Gospels.

This event, celebrated on Palm Sunday, highlights the term's significance as a cry of acclamation and a call for salvation. The use of Hosanna in this context has made it a staple in Christian worship and liturgy, symbolizing both hope and reverence.

The name has also been linked to various saints and religious figures throughout Christian history, further embedding it within the cultural and spiritual fabric of the faith. Culturally, Hosanna carries connotations of joy, celebration, and a longing for divine intervention, which has contributed to its enduring presence in religious practices.

The name is often invoked in hymns and prayers, reinforcing its significance in communal worship. While diminutive forms or variations are less common, the name's original Hebrew roots and its biblical associations have ensured that Hosanna remains a meaningful choice within Christian communities.

Its historical and spiritual resonance continues to be felt, reflecting a deep-rooted tradition of seeking salvation and expressing praise.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Hosanna was first seen in the United States in 1972.

Hosanna has ranked as high as #2760 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Tennessee, and New York.

In the past 5 years the name Hosanna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Hosanna 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 Hosanna 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 Hosanna.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 145 145
2024 134 134
2023 108 108
2022 82 82
2021 67 67
2020 100 100
2019 91 91
2018 66 66
2017 67 67
2016 77 77
2015 58 58
2014 72 72
2013 68 68
2012 67 67
2011 63 63
2010 50 50
2009 37 37
2008 27 27
2007 27 27
2006 33 33
2005 22 22
2004 33 33
2003 26 26
2002 19 19
2001 20 20
2000 26 26
1999 20 20
1998 22 22
1997 21 21
1996 24 24
1995 28 28
1994 24 24
1993 21 21
1992 11 11
1991 14 14
1990 14 14
1989 11 11
1988 7 7
1987 9 9
1986 7 7
1985 8 8
1984 7 7
1983 6 6
1982 5 5
1981 6 6
1979 7 7
1978 5 5
1977 7 7
1972 6 6

Top States for Hosanna (2024)

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
CA 18
29%
TX 14
22%
TN 8
13%
VA 7
11%
GA 6
10%
IN 5
8%
KS 5
8%