The nameAnn
Ann is the English form of Anne.
- Girl's name
- English
Meaning
From the Hebrew Hannah, "grace".
Origin
English, of Hebrew origin.
History
In France it was given in small numbers from the 1940s to the 1980s.
Popularity of the name Ann
Ann in France
6353rdmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1980peak year (20 births)
590babies named Ann in France since 1900
Ann was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 130 births over the decade, 22% of all recorded babies named Ann. Its rise began around 1934, and it peaked in 1980. Half of all babies named Ann in France were born before 1970, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ann mean?
From the Hebrew Hannah, "grace".
What is the origin of the name Ann?
English, of Hebrew origin.
Is Ann a girl's or a boy's name?
Ann is a girl's name.