Ann
girl name#1076 in 2025Ann entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #28 in 1936, ranks #1076 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1076
rank today
#28
peak (1936)
225
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #122 |
| 1890s | #106 |
| 1900s | #75 |
| 1910s | #46 |
| 1920s | #52 |
| 1930s | #33 |
| 1940s | #39 |
| 1950s | #45 |
| 1960s | #57 |
| 1970s | #101 |
| 1980s | #182 |
| 1990s | #356 |
| 2000s | #668 |
| 2010s | #957 |
| 2020s | #1098 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ann has been most popular in AL, TX, MS.
Living bearers
About 267,000 people named Ann are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ann alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ann in 2025?
- Ann ranks #1076 among US girl names in 2025, with 225 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ann most popular?
- Ann peaked in 1936, reaching #28 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ann with classmates?
- Ann will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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