Anna vs Wm

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
Nicknames
Annie, Ann, Nan

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Wm

Boy #19,680 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, will-helmet"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,680
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Will, Bill, Billy

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Anna Rank #94
Wm Rank #19,680

Anna is more popular, ranked #94 vs #19680 for Wm.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anna ___

  • Anna Grace
  • Anna Marie
  • Anna Louise
  • Anna Elizabeth
  • Anna Rose
  • Anna Claire

Wm ___

  • Wm Henry
  • Wm James
  • Wm Thomas
  • Wm Edward
  • Wm Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Anna

Elsa Emma Charlotte Sophia James

If you choose Wm

Charles Henry George Elizabeth Eleanor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anna or Wm more popular?

Anna is more popular, ranked #94 compared to Wm at #19680 in the United States.

What do Anna and Wm mean?

Anna means "grace, favor" (Hebrew (Hannah) origin). Wm means "resolute protector, will-helmet" (Old High German origin).

Are Anna and Wm boy or girl names?

Anna is primarily a girl name. Wm is primarily a boy name.

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