Anna Stafford

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Anna Stafford — grace, favor
682K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Anna Stafford 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 Stafford: People with this surname include: Stafford (baseball), 19th century baseball player(s) with an unknown given name Abi Stafford, American ballet dancer and sister of Jonathan Alexander Stafford, British politician Anne Stafford, Countess of Huntingdon (1483–1544), mistress of Henry VIII who was prosecuted for adultery with his friend, William Compton Barbara Stafford (born 1953), American legislator Barbara Maria Stafford (born 1941), American art historian and writer Drew Stafford (born 1985), American professional ice hockey player Edmund Stafford (1344–1419) Bishop of Exeter Edmund Stafford. 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: Stafford

English

People with this surname include: Stafford (baseball), 19th century baseball player(s) with an unknown given name Abi Stafford, American ballet dancer and sister of Jonathan Alexander Stafford, British politician Anne Stafford, Countess of Huntingdon (1483–1544), mistress of Henry VIII who was prosecuted for adultery with his friend, William Compton Barbara Stafford (born 1953), American legislator Barbara Maria Stafford (born 1941), American art historian and writer Drew Stafford (born 1985), American professional ice hockey player Edmund Stafford (1344–1419) Bishop of Exeter Edmund Stafford.

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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 Stafford

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 Stafford:

11
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Stafford?
The surname Stafford originates from English. People with this surname include: Stafford (baseball), 19th century baseball player(s) with an unknown given name Abi Stafford, American ballet dancer and sister of Jonathan Alexander Stafford, British politician Anne Stafford, Countess of Huntingdon (1483–1544), mistress of Henry VIII who was prosecuted for adultery with his friend, William Compton Barbara Stafford (born 1953), American legislator Barbara Maria Stafford (born 1941), American art historian and writer Drew Stafford (born 1985), American professional ice hockey player Edmund Stafford (1344–1419) Bishop of Exeter Edmund Stafford.
What are the origins of the name Anna Stafford?
The name Anna Stafford combines two different traditions: the first name Anna has Hebrew roots, while the surname Stafford originates from English.
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