Variant of Ann or Anna, itself from Hebrew Hannah meaning grace or favor; the double-n spelling gives a breezy, informal feel compared to the more formal Anne.
Nicknames
ann
Vibe
playful
How it ages.
Feels casual and friendly; more likely to age as dated informality than as a classic.
The cultural moment.
Common in Brazil and Scandinavia throughout the mid-20th century; now feels gently retro.