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Anna vs Johanna

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anna

Girl #94 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew (Hannah)

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Russian Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#94
Total SSA Count
2,700
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Anna Rank #94
Johanna Rank #848

Anna is more popular, ranked #94 vs #848 for Johanna.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anna or Johanna more popular?

Anna is more popular, ranked #94 compared to Johanna at #848 in the United States.

What do Anna and Johanna mean?

Anna means "grace, favor" (Hebrew (Hannah) origin). Johanna means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Anna and Johanna boy or girl names?

Anna is primarily a girl name. Johanna is primarily a girl name.

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