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Ann vs Hannah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ann

Girl #1,144 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian Latin

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,144
Total SSA Count
211
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Hannah

Girl #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God has favored me"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
4,054
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ann Rank #1,144
Hannah Rank #52

Hannah is more popular, ranked #52 vs #1144 for Ann.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ann or Hannah more popular?

Hannah is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Ann at #1144 in the United States.

What do Ann and Hannah mean?

Ann means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Hannah means "God has favored me" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ann and Hannah boy or girl names?

Ann is primarily a girl name. Hannah is primarily a girl name.

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