How Many People Are Named Ana?

Complete statistics for the name Ana: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Ana
Very Rare
Greek

Ana means 'grace' and has origins in Greek culture. It's rare, with 1 in 3,147 Americans having this name, totaling around 104,852 people today. The majority, 46%, are under 30, giving it a modern twist.

~376
Living in US
1 in 881,514
Americans
1991
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Grace
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Gracious Compassionate
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,332,841
Worldwide Bearers
#16
Global Rank
🇲🇿 Mozambique
242,875
🇨🇱 Chile
211,988
🇵🇪 Peru
210,637
🇪🇨 Ecuador
189,036
🇷🇴 Romania
188,791
🇮🇳 India
177,248
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
174,555
🇵🇭 Philippines
172,406
🇮🇩 Indonesia
145,973
🇧🇴 Bolivia
75,621

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
557 (1%)
♀ Female
104,294 (99%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 34
51,287
Would be under 30 (46%)
47,601
Would be 30–60 (43%)
11,768
Would be over 60 (11%)

All 110,656 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1991

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
99
Classic Feel
52
Modern Appeal
68
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Ana Through the Generations

Ana's popularity peaked in 1991 with 2,672 births, but its influence spans generations. Today, 51,287 people named Ana are under 30, while 47,601 are aged 30-60, showing a balanced presence across different age groups. With 11,768 over 60, Ana's legacy continues to grow, slowly declining yet maintaining its charm as a timeless choice.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 29,272
Texas 22,859
New York 9,608
Florida 6,086
Illinois 4,351
Arizona 3,827
New Jersey 2,920
Georgia 2,038
North Carolina 1,919
Massachusetts 1,663

⭐ Famous People Named Ana

Ana is a version of the female given name Anna meaning "favour" or "grace".…

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✨ Similar Names to Ana

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ana's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Ana

How Many People Have the Name Ana?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 376 people in the United States currently share the name Ana. That works out to roughly 1 in every 881,514 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ana a Common or Rare Name?

Ana is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Ana Mean?

Ana means "grace" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ana in SSA data, approximately 1% are male and 99% are female.

When Was Ana Most Popular?

The name Ana reached peak popularity in 1991, with 2,672 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Ana?

Approximately 376 people named Ana live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 376. That works out to roughly 1 in 881,514 Americans.

Is Ana a rare name?

Ana is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 881,514 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ana mean?

Ana means "grace" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Ana more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 1% of people named Ana are male and 99% are female.

When was Ana most popular?

Ana peaked in 1991 with 2,672 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US376
All-Time Births376
1 in X1 in 881,514
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age34
Peak Year1991
World Rank#16
Male %1%
Female %99%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.