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Anna Maria

English translation/equivalent: Ann Marie

Origin: Name composed from Anna, derived from the Hebrew Hannah meaning "grace" or "graceful," and Maria, derived from the Hebrew Maryam which in turn originated from the Egyptian mrjt "loved, beloved," with the Hebrew female suffix -am.

Name Day/Onomastico: June 9—in honor of the Blessed Anna Taigi Maria, died in 1837.

Related Name/Other Italian Forms: Anna, Maria

Guide to Italian Baby Names
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