ána

Ána is a feminine given name used in several language communities. It is commonly regarded as a variant of Anna or Ana, formed through the addition or retention of diacritical marks to indicate pronunciation or stylistic preference. In many contexts, the unaccented form Ana or Anna is far more common, but Ána appears in names lists, literature, and personal branding in regions that preserve diacritics in personal names.

Etymology: The root name Anna comes from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning “grace” or “favor.” As with many forms of Anna, Ána shares that derivation through linguistic adaptations in different languages and alphabets. The accent may signal a stressed syllable or a particular phonetic value, depending on language conventions.

Usage: Ána is not among the most common spellings globally, but it is attested in various countries where diacritics are used in names, such as Icelandic- or Spanish-influenced contexts, or in diaspora communities that preserve local spellings. Some authors or artists may choose Ána as a distinctive given name.

Notable people: Because the form is relatively rare and not tied to a single historical figure, notable bearers are limited and vary by country, generally appearing among contemporary or regional figures rather than in a widely recognized canonical list.

See also: Ana (given name); Anna; Hannah.