Ann Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN / /æn/Hebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: Grace; Latin: Favor
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ann has roots in both Hebrew and Latin, often associated with grace and favor. It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to its association with Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary. The name has been popular in many countries and has various forms and derivatives. It has also been used as a feminine name, though it can be adapted for boys in some cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Ann has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- An
- Anne
International Variants
- Ana (Spanish)
- Anne (French)
- Anya (Russian)
Famous people named Ann
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ann was first seen in the United States in 1905. Ann has ranked as high as #888 nationally, which occurred in 1942, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, California, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Ann has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ann (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 12 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 23 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 24 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 26 |
| 1931 | 19 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 19 |
| 1934 | 25 |
| 1935 | 27 |
| 1936 | 34 |
| 1937 | 28 |
| 1938 | 30 |
| 1939 | 23 |
| 1940 | 23 |
| 1941 | 22 |
| 1942 | 41 |
| 1943 | 23 |
| 1944 | 19 |
| 1945 | 22 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 18 |
| 1955 | 23 |
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 28 |
| 1958 | 23 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 25 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 24 |
| 1965 | 27 |
| 1966 | 20 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |