Ann vs Priscilla

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

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Priscilla

Girl #615 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"of ancient lineage (from Prisca)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Spanish Portuguese Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#615
Total SSA Count
484
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Cilla, Pris, Prissy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ann Rank #1,144
Priscilla Rank #615

Priscilla is more popular, ranked #615 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

Priscilla ___

  • Priscilla Anne
  • Priscilla Rose
  • Priscilla Jane
  • Priscilla Kate
  • Priscilla Lynn
  • Priscilla Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ann

Mary Jane Ruth George William

If you choose Priscilla

Cornelius Cecelia Augustus Cordelia Marcus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ann or Priscilla more popular?

Priscilla is more popular, ranked #615 compared to Ann at #1144 in the United States.

What do Ann and Priscilla mean?

Ann means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Priscilla means "of ancient lineage (from Prisca)" (Latin origin).

Are Ann and Priscilla boy or girl names?

Ann is primarily a girl name. Priscilla is primarily a girl name.

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