Ann vs Merideth

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

Popularity Comparison

Ann Rank #1,144
Merideth Rank #17,279

Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 vs #17279 for Merideth.

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

Merideth ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ann

Mary Jane Ruth George William

If you choose Merideth

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ann or Merideth more popular?

Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 compared to Merideth at #17279 in the United States.

What do Ann and Merideth mean?

Ann means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ann and Merideth boy or girl names?

Ann is primarily a girl name. Merideth is primarily a boy name.

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