Zannah

“grace”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11139US 2023

9Births / yr

↑Rising

109All-time births

📅 Since 199900

What does Zannah mean and where does it come from?

Zannah is a modern name that has gained popularity in the United States in recent years. It is often considered a creative variation of Hannah, which has Hebrew origins (חַנָּה) and means 'grace' or 'favor'. Its usage is predominantly found in English-speaking countries.

Cultural significance

Zannah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #8887 in 2019 — currently #11139 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zannah?

Zannah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Zannah Grace

How popular is Zannah right now?

Rising fast — up 72 spots — currently #11139 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#11139 · Top 8.2%

2010

2015

2020

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11139	9	▲ up 72
2022	#11211	9	▼ down 585
2020	#10626	9	▼ down 26 · -10% births
2015	#10600	10	▲ up 3742 · +43% births
2010	#14342	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zannah

Best Year2015Rank #10600

Peak Count10

Average Rank#11584

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20235 years

The story of Zannah

Zannah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 109 total births recorded, Zannah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14342 in 2010 to #11139 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zannah in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Zannah by decade

Zannah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	28
2010s ★	67
2020s	9

💎Zannah has only 109 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zannah?

Common

ZanZaAnnah

What names sound and feel like Zannah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Zannah also consider these

American · A modern variation

Hannah

Israel · חַנָּה

Zaynah

Arabic · Beautiful, adornment.

Zanyah

Hebrew · God is gracious

Zainah

Arab countries · Beautiful; adornment

Common questions about the name Zannah

What does the name Zannah mean?

Zannah means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Zannah?

Zannah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Zannah?

Zannah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Zannah a common or rare name?

Zannah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Zannah?

Zannah naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.