Anka

Anka is a Slavic diminutive form of Anna, itself derived from the Hebrew name Channah, meaning grace or favour. It is widely used across Poland, Bulgaria, Croatia, Serbia, Slovenia, and North Macedonia, where it functions both as a familiar short form and as an independent given name. The name shares its ultimate root with cognates such as Ana, Anya, Anička, and Hanna across various European traditions.