Ann

Ann as a name

Ann is a female given name that is a variant of the name Anne, which is of Hebrew origin and means “gracious” or “full of grace”. The name has been in use since medieval times and has remained popular throughout the centuries. It is a simple and classic name that has been used for many notable women throughout history, such as Ann Bancroft, Ann Landers, and Ann Romney. The name can also be spelled with an “e” at the end, as in Anne, which is the more common spelling in some countries.