Ona

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Ona Pronunciation

Ona is pronounced OH-nah /ˈoʊ.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: Lithuanian/Catalan form of Anna — from Hebrew Channah, 'grace'; also linked to 'a river'; routes layeredMedium

In 30 seconds: Graceful and simple: Ona is a Lithuanian/Catalan Anna — 'grace'. Soft, vintage, and warm.

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Origin MediumHebrew, Lithuanian

MeaningLithuanian/Catalan form of Anna — from Hebrew Channah, 'grace'; also linked to 'a river'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4732 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births29 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1916

Total births (all-time)≈ 7,917

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Ona is a Lithuanian and Catalan form of Anna — from Hebrew Channah, 'grace' — and is also linked to 'a river' in some traditions (routes layered, which we note). A soft, vintage name across Lithuania and Catalonia.

In the U.S. it appears in Lithuanian and vintage-loving families. Rare, grace at the root, and soft.

Did you know? Ona is the Lithuanian (and Catalan) form of Anna, 'grace' (Hebrew Channah) — a soft, simple, vintage name (also a poetic word for 'a river').

Overall data confidence 68%

Behind the Name — Ona — routes layered

Variations

AnnaAnaOnna

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Hebrew Vintage Lithuanian

If you like Ona…

Ana— the Spanish form

Anna— the standard form

Oona— a fellow Oo-/O- name

Nora— a companion short vintage name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Ona?

Ona is pronounced OH-nah (/ˈoʊ.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Ona said aloud.

How do you say Ona?

Ona is said OH-nah (/ˈoʊ.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Ona said aloud.

What does the name Ona mean?

Ona is a Lithuanian/Catalan Anna — 'grace'; the routes are layered.

Is Ona a boy or girl name?

Ona is a girl's name.

How popular is Ona?

Ona is a rare name in the U.S.