Άννα
Ánna/ˈa.na/
Άννα (Ánna) is the Greek female given name for Anna.
For a more affectionate or familiar way to refer to someone named Anna, you can use the diminutive form Αννούλα.
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to Anna as a person in a sentence, the definite article η is typically used before the name, such as in η Άννα.
How do you pronounce it?
The two syllables are pronounced /ˈa.na/. The stress is on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- In Greek Orthodox tradition, Άννα is often celebrated on December 9, the feast day of Saint Anna, the mother of the Virgin Mary.
- Although the name appears Greek in many texts, its roots are actually Hebrew, coming from the name חַנָּה which means 'grace'.
- While Αννούλα is a sweet diminutive, Greek speakers may also use Νάνου or Νάνο as very informal nicknames for Άννα.
Examples in context
- Η Άννα παίζει ωραία τένις.Anna plays tennis well.This sentence shows how to use Άννα to describe a person's hobbies.Tatoeba #3437258 by glavkos, translation #10065148 by ddnktr
- Η Άννα λατρεύει τη σοκολάτα.Anna loves chocolate.This sentence shows how to use Άννα to describe a person's preferences.Tatoeba #5544647 by Zeus, translation #2802829 by robbieheslop
- Σκοπεύετε να παντρευτείτε, εσύ και η Άννα;Are you and Anna planning on getting married?This sentence shows how to use Άννα when asking a question about a person.Tatoeba #2844788 by glavkos, translation #9134924 by Nylez
- Η Άννα είναι μια καταξιωμένη συγγραφέας.Anna is an acclaimed author.
- Πήγαμε βόλτα με την Αννούλα.We went for a walk with Anna.
Example conversation
Dimitris and Maria are talking about a friend.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΓνωρίζεις την Άννα;Gnóriseis tin Ánna;Do you know Anna?
- Μαρία MariaΝαι, η Άννα είναι πολύ καλή φίλη μου.Ne, i Ánna eínai polý kalí fíli mou.Yes, Anna is a very good friend of mine.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΠού είναι η Άννα αυτή τη στιγμή;Pou eínai i Ánna authí ti stigmí;Where is Anna at this moment?
- Μαρία MariaΗ Άννα είναι στο σπίτι της.I Ánna eínai sto spíti tis.Anna is at her house.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Άννα, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Άννα, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
