Ania

Ania is a Polish and Russian diminutive form of Anna, which derives from the Hebrew name Channah, meaning grace or favour. The name has been widely used across Central and Eastern Europe, carried in part by the enduring popularity of Saint Anna, the traditional name of the mother of the Virgin Mary. It functions both as an affectionate short form and as an independent given name in its own right. Related forms include Anya, Annia, and Annushka.