Ann vs Imogen

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
Nicknames
Annie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Imogen

Girl #1,127 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"maiden, girl"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

British English Welsh Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,127
Total SSA Count
214
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Immy, Genie, Immo

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ann Rank #1,144
Imogen Rank #1,127

Imogen is more popular, ranked #1127 vs #1144 for Ann.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ann ___

  • Ann Marie
  • Ann Elizabeth
  • Ann Louise
  • Ann Grace
  • Ann Margaret
  • Ann Claire

Imogen ___

  • Imogen Rose
  • Imogen Grace
  • Imogen Jane
  • Imogen Claire
  • Imogen Louise
  • Imogen Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ann

Mary Jane Ruth George William

If you choose Imogen

Cordelia Rosalind Beatrice Felix Hugo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ann or Imogen more popular?

Imogen is more popular, ranked #1127 compared to Ann at #1144 in the United States.

What do Ann and Imogen mean?

Ann means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Imogen means "maiden, girl" (Celtic origin).

Are Ann and Imogen boy or girl names?

Ann is primarily a girl name. Imogen is primarily a girl name.

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