Ana

Meaning of Ana

Ana means "grace" or "favor." It's a simple and classic name that suggests elegance and kindness.

Ana has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Ana

Ana has cooled off, slipping to #245 in 2025, down from a peak of #129 in 2003.

Notable people named Ana

• Ana de Armas
  Cuban-Spanish actress
• Ana Navarro
  Political strategist and commentator
• Ana Ivanovic
  Serbian former tennis player
• Ana Gasteyer
  American actress and comedian
• Ana Gabriel
  Mexican singer and songwriter

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Questions about the name Ana

What does the name Ana mean?

Ana means ana means "grace" or "favor." it's a simple and classic name that suggests elegance and kindness, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Ana a boy's or a girl's name?

Ana is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Ana?

In 2025, Ana ranked #245 for girls, down from #205 the year before.

When was Ana most popular?

Ana peaked at #129 in 2003.