Ann — English form of Anne. In the English-speaking world, both this spelling and Anne have been used since the Middle Ages, though Ann became much more popular during the 19th century.
Saintly namesake: Saint Anne is honored as the mother of the Virgin Mary and grandmother of Jesus. She is one of several saints named Anne and is especially venerated as a patron of mothers and families. (July 26 · 1st century)
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