Name Ann

There are multiple origins and translations for the hugely popular name Ann:

1. Latinized form of the Hebrew name Hannah, derived from the Hebrew (הֲנָאָה) [hanaa] means - "delectation, enjoyment, relish, entertainment, boon", see the name Anna.

In the Christian and Islamic tradition Holy Anne - the mother of Virgin Mary grandmother of Jesus.

2. Comes from the Latin words annus, anni semantics - "age, time of life; year (astronomical); circuit"

3. Sanskrit name-giving (अन्न) and translates as - "food; gtain, corn".

4. Derivative form of Arabic name Hana interpretation - "happiness, luck, fortune".

5. Feminine diminutive of the name Iohannes/Yochanan definition - "God (Ya/Jehovah) is merciful (Hanan)".

6. Chinese name (安) explanation - "peace; safe, secure, quiet, calm".