Anna Bethel

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Anna Bethel — grace, favor
682K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Anna Bethel is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Anna is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Dal latino Anna, dall'ebraico חַנָּה (Hannah), "grazia, misericordia." Sant'Anna è la madre della Vergine Maria. The surname Bethel: Ashton Bethel-Roman (born 2005), American football player Judy Bethel (1943–2025), former member of the Canadian House of Commons Lorraine Bethel, African American lesbian feminist poet and author McLeod Bethel-Thompson (born 1988), American quarterback Nicolette Bethel, Director of Culture in the Bahamas Paulette Bethel, Ambassador/Permanent Representative of the Bahamas to the United Nations Pepsi Bethel (1918–2002), American jazz dancer and choreographer Wilson Bethel (born 1984), American actor, best known from Hart of Dixie Bethell, a surname Anna is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 682K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Anna reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Anna

Meaning: grace, favor

Hebrew

Dal latino Anna, dall'ebraico חַנָּה (Hannah), "grazia, misericordia." Sant'Anna è la madre della Vergine Maria.

Surname: Bethel

English

Ashton Bethel-Roman (born 2005), American football player Judy Bethel (1943–2025), former member of the Canadian House of Commons Lorraine Bethel, African American lesbian feminist poet and author McLeod Bethel-Thompson (born 1988), American quarterback Nicolette Bethel, Director of Culture in the Bahamas Paulette Bethel, Ambassador/Permanent Representative of the Bahamas to the United Nations Pepsi Bethel (1918–2002), American jazz dancer and choreographer Wilson Bethel (born 1984), American actor, best known from Hart of Dixie Bethell, a surname

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Anna is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Anna by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Anna has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Anne
  • Hannah
  • Annalisa
  • Annamaria
  • Anita
  • Anya

Notable People Named Anna Bethel

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Anna Bethel:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Anna?
The first name Anna originates from Hebrew. Dal latino Anna, dall'ebraico חַנָּה (Hannah), "grazia, misericordia." Sant'Anna è la madre della Vergine Maria.
When was Anna most popular?
The name Anna reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bethel?
The surname Bethel originates from English. Ashton Bethel-Roman (born 2005), American football player Judy Bethel (1943–2025), former member of the Canadian House of Commons Lorraine Bethel, African American lesbian feminist poet and author McLeod Bethel-Thompson (born 1988), American quarterback Nicolette Bethel, Director of Culture in the Bahamas Paulette Bethel, Ambassador/Permanent Representative of the Bahamas to the United Nations Pepsi Bethel (1918–2002), American jazz dancer and choreographer Wilson Bethel (born 1984), American actor, best known from Hart of Dixie Bethell, a surname
What are the origins of the name Anna Bethel?
The name Anna Bethel combines two different traditions: the first name Anna has Hebrew roots, while the surname Bethel originates from English.
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