Name meaning
Ana Name Meaning - Grace (Portuguese)
- Meaning
- Grace
- Origin
- Portuguese
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- A-NA
Ana means "Grace" (Portuguese). Recorded in Portuguese sources, Ana glosses as "Grace." Portuguese short form of Anna.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Recorded in Portuguese sources, Ana glosses as "Grace." Portuguese short form of Anna.
Origin and Historical Usage
Ana appears in Portuguese naming records with the sense "Grace." Usage varies by region and parish or civil registry traditions.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- A-NA
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
The name travels well in international schools and multicultural cities. Portuguese origin remains the anchor even when spelling stays unchanged.
Popularity
Ana is not a current top-chart name in most English-speaking registries — a plus for parents avoiding classroom duplicates.
Notable People Named Ana
- AAna Ivanovic
- AAna de Armas
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