Ganna

Ganna is a name that can function as both a given name and a surname. In Slavic-speaking regions, it is commonly used as a feminine given name and is a form of Hanna or Hannah, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Channah, meaning grace or favor. The spelling Ganna reflects transliteration from scripts such as Cyrillic, and its usage varies by country and language.

As a surname, Ganna is found in Italian contexts. It is believed to derive from historical or regional sources, and it appears among people in Italy and in Italian communities abroad. The surname is used independently of the given-name usage and does not imply a single origin in all cases.

Notable people with the name include Filippo Ganna (born 1996), an Italian professional cyclist renowned for his achievements in track and road cycling, including world championships and Olympic events. His prominence has helped bring attention to the surname Ganna in international sports.

Because Ganna overlaps with related names such as Hanna and Hannah in different languages, the spelling and pronunciation can vary regionally. The name’s meaning in its various uses generally connects to themes of grace or favor in its historical linguistic roots.