Ahna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ahna originates from Hebrew, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' It has evolved from historical forms such as Hannah and Ana. The name is associated with traits of elegance and uniqueness, though it lacks direct biblical relevance.
The name Ahna is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ahna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ahna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7887th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6386th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4519th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4315th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ahna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ahna"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Ahna is derived from the Hebrew word 'ḥāna,' which means 'grace' or 'favor.'
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Hannah, Ana, Ahna
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of the traditional name Hannah.
Variants & Derivatives
Ana, Hannah, Anya
Modern Popularity & Image
Ahna is perceived as a unique and modern name that carries a sense of grace and elegance.
Famous People
Ahna O'Reilly, an American actress.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ahna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ahna"
"Ahna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7887th of 19264 | 78 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6386th of 27321 | 195 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4519th of 35406 | 474 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4315th of 30306 | 398 |
Regional Popularity of "Ahna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ahna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
83.65% 3833rd/4582 |
- |
83.69% 6120th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.61% 3052nd/3984 |
84.85% 3807th/4487 |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Ahna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ahna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.