Anna Myhre

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Anna Myhre — grace, favor
682K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Anna Myhre 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 Myhre: Aslak Sira Myhre (born 1973), Norwegian politician Erling Myhre (1903–1971), Norwegian chess player Geir Myhre (1954–2016), Norwegian former ice hockey player and coach Gunnar Myhre, Norwegian physicist, research director for the Atmospheric Sciences group of the CICERO Center for International Climate and Environmental Research Hans Bernt Myhre (1817–?), Norwegian politician Jan Eivind Myhre (born 1947), Norwegian historian and professor Janet Myhre, American statistician John Myhre, American Academy Award-winning production designer Knut Myhre (1931–2003), Norwegian politician Kyle Tran Myhr. 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: Myhre

English

Aslak Sira Myhre (born 1973), Norwegian politician Erling Myhre (1903–1971), Norwegian chess player Geir Myhre (1954–2016), Norwegian former ice hockey player and coach Gunnar Myhre, Norwegian physicist, research director for the Atmospheric Sciences group of the CICERO Center for International Climate and Environmental Research Hans Bernt Myhre (1817–?), Norwegian politician Jan Eivind Myhre (born 1947), Norwegian historian and professor Janet Myhre, American statistician John Myhre, American Academy Award-winning production designer Knut Myhre (1931–2003), Norwegian politician Kyle Tran Myhr.

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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 Myhre

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 Myhre:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Myhre?
The surname Myhre originates from English. Aslak Sira Myhre (born 1973), Norwegian politician Erling Myhre (1903–1971), Norwegian chess player Geir Myhre (1954–2016), Norwegian former ice hockey player and coach Gunnar Myhre, Norwegian physicist, research director for the Atmospheric Sciences group of the CICERO Center for International Climate and Environmental Research Hans Bernt Myhre (1817–?), Norwegian politician Jan Eivind Myhre (born 1947), Norwegian historian and professor Janet Myhre, American statistician John Myhre, American Academy Award-winning production designer Knut Myhre (1931–2003), Norwegian politician Kyle Tran Myhr.
What are the origins of the name Anna Myhre?
The name Anna Myhre combines two different traditions: the first name Anna has Hebrew roots, while the surname Myhre originates from English.
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