"grace, favor"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Ona
Pronunciation: [ uhn-AH ]
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"gracious gift"
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The Story of Ona
Ona is the Lithuanian form of Anna/Hannah, deriving ultimately from the Hebrew 'Channah' meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' In Lithuanian tradition, Ona is one of the most beloved and traditional names, equivalent to Anne in English culture. It's also found in Slavic cultures and as a Hebrew short form. The two-letter simplicity gives it great elegance.
While traditional in Baltic countries, Ona has attracted global attention as parents seek short, complete names with deep roots. The trend toward minimalist, two-syllable names ending in 'a' has given Ona new appeal beyond its Lithuanian homeland.
In Lithuania, Ona is deeply tied to Catholic tradition — it's the feast day name for Saint Anne (Santa Ona), the mother of the Virgin Mary. Jonas and Ona (John and Anne) are perhaps the most archetypal Lithuanian name pair, representing the country's devout Catholic heritage.
Historical Record
Ona first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,786 babies have been named Ona in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ona is past its peak , currently ranked #4,695 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- In Lithuania, Ona's name day (July 26) is still widely celebrated
- The name Hannah/Ona has been in continuous use for over 3,000 years, making it one of the most enduring names in human history
Ona in Other Languages
Greek
Άννα
Hebrew
חנה (Hannah)
Polish
Anna
Italian
Anna
Latvian
Anna
Lithuanian
Ona
Popularity Over Time
#4,695
Current Rank
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Peaked 1951
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,695
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- Lithuanian Polish Latvian Jewish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ona
What does the name Ona mean?
"grace, favor" (from Hebrew). "gracious gift" (from Hebrew via Lithuanian). Ona is the Lithuanian form of Anna/Hannah, deriving ultimately from the Hebrew 'Channah' meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' In Lithuanian tradition, Ona is one of the most beloved and traditional names, equivalent to Anne in English culture. It's also found in Slavic cultures and as a Hebrew short form. The two-letter simplicity gives it great elegance.
What is the origin of the name Ona?
Ona has Hebrew, Hebrew via Lithuanian, Lithuanian, Polish, Latvian, and Jewish origins. In Hebrew, it means "grace, favor". In Hebrew via Lithuanian, it means "gracious gift".
Is Ona a boy or girl name?
Ona is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4695. As a boy name, it is ranked #32598. Ona is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Ona?
Ona is pronounced uhn-AH.
How popular is the name Ona?
Ona is currently ranked #4695 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Ona?
Popular middle name pairings include Ona Marie, Ona Rose, Ona Louise, Ona Claire, Ona Maeve, and Ona June.
What are good sibling names for Ona?
Names that pair well with Ona as siblings include Ieva, Marta, Jonas, Lukas, Emilis, and Evelina.
How many syllables does Ona have?
Ona has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Ona a common or rare name?
Ona is an uncommon name, ranked #4695 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Ona
Ona is a girl name with Lithuanian, Polish, Latvian, and Jewish origins . The name means "grace, favor" in Hebrew .
Is Ona a boy or girl name? Ona is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,695 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #32,598. Ona is more commonly used as a girl name.
Ona is currently ranked #4,695 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Ona has 2 syllables and is pronounced uhn-AH, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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