When is Anna's (Ania's) name day?
Anna's name day (imieniny Anny) is most commonly celebrated on July 26th, the feast day of Saint Anne, mother of the Virgin Mary. It's one of the most popular name days in Poland – over one million Polish women are named Anna, making July 26th one of the biggest florist days of the year. Anna can also celebrate on other dates, including December 9th, June 7th, July 15th, or September 1st.
Name day wishes for Anna
Happy name day, Anna!
Happy name day, Anna! May your special day be filled with joy!
Happy name day to the most wonderful Anna in the world!
May all your dreams come true, Anna. Happy name day!
Anna, may your name day be as wonderful as you are!
It’s your special day, Anna – may every moment be beautiful and meaningful!
They say the name Anna means grace and charm. We've known that for years – today you get to celebrate it officially!
Equivalents of the Polish name Anna
Anna is one of the oldest and most widespread names in the world. It derives from the Hebrew word channah, meaning grace, favour, and mercy. Here is how it appears across different languages:
English: Anne, Ann
French: Anne
German: Anna, Anne
Spanish: Ana
Italian: Anna
Russian: Анна (Anna), Аня (Anya),
Ukrainian: Ганна (Hanna), Аня (Anya)
Greek: Άννα (Anna)
Portuguese: Ana
Swedish: Anna, Anne
Finnish: Anna, Anne, Anni, Annikki, Anniina
Czech: Anna, Anička
Slovak: Anna, Anička
Hungarian: Anna, Anni
In Poland, the most common nicknames are Ania, Anka, Aneczka – and although they sound different, they all celebrate on July 26th.
FAQ
The most widely celebrated date is July 26th, the feast of Saint Anne. Other dates include December 9th, June 7th, July 15th, and September 1st.
In July, top choices include roses (white or pink), sunflowers, hydrangeas, dahlias, and lilies. If Anna celebrates in winter (December 9th), consider amaryllis.