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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is gracious
- Origin
- Hebrew (via Greek)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- an-uh-NYE-us
Ananias is a Hebrew name, carried into English through Greek, meaning "God is gracious." U.S. Social Security Administration records show it in use for over 140 years, from 1883 through 2024. If you want a name with a clear, documented meaning and a long history in American naming records, Ananias fits that description.
Meaning & Origin of Ananias
Meaning: God is gracious.
Origin: Hebrew (via Greek).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ananias
an-uh-NYE-usIPA /ˌænəˈnaɪəs/
Popularity of Ananias
Ananias reached its highest recorded popularity in 1883, ranking #898 with 5 babies given the name that year. By 2024, it ranked #2707 with 48 babies recorded.
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FAQ
What does the name Ananias mean?
God is gracious. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ananias?
Ananias is pronounced an-uh-NYE-us (IPA: /ˌænəˈnaɪəs/).
Is Ananias a popular name right now?
Ananias peaked at #898 in 1883 and is ranked #2707 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1883–2024.)
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