Ann
Meaning
"grace, favor"
Origin: Hebrew
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #1,144
- Total SSA Count
- 211
- Syllables
- 1
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Annie
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"grace, favor"
Origin: Hebrew
"hill clearing"
Origin: Welsh/Old English
Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 vs #1276 for Brynley.
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Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 compared to Brynley at #1276 in the United States.
Ann means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Brynley means "hill clearing" (Welsh/Old English origin).
Ann is primarily a girl name. Brynley is primarily a girl name.