Anna’s name day under the new church calendar of the OCU and UGCC is celebrated twice: on 25 July — the Dormition of Saint Anna (7 August under the old style), and on 9 December — the Conception of the Theotokos by Saint Anna (22 December under the old style). Saint Anna is the mother of the Virgin Mary and the grandmother of Jesus Christ. Below are short name day wishes for Anna, wishes in your own words, messages for a friend, mom, grandma or colleague, and poems.

More collections: name day wishes and Mariia’s name day; for a feast linked to Saint Anna’s family see Nativity of the Theotokos wishes.

Anna’s name days under the Revised Julian calendar

Short name day wishes for Anna

Anna, happy name day! Grace, love and warmth in every day.
Ania, happy angel day! May your guardian angel always protect you.
Annie, happy name day! May your home be cosy and your heart full of joy.
Happy name day, Anna! Health, happiness and peace of mind.

Wishes in your own words

The name Anna comes from the Hebrew for “grace”, so wishing light, harmony and the love of her family fits well. Add a personal detail. For example: “Ania, happy name day! It always feels warm and homely around you. May Saint Anna protect you and your family, and may every day bring small joys.”

For a friend

Annie, happy name day! Thank you for your sincerity and support. May your dreams come true quickly and easily.
Happy angel day, my friend! Be happy, loved and always as charming as you are.
Ania, congratulations! May this year bring you lots of pleasant surprises.

For mom, grandma or sister

Mom, happy name day! You are our grace and our comfort. Health and many happy years.
Grandma, happy name day! Just as Saint Anna cared for her family, you care for us. Thank you for your love.
Sis, happy name day! May your angel protect you and life bring only joy.

For a colleague

Anna, happy name day! Thank you for your kindness and professionalism. Success and inspiration.
Happy name day, Anna! May work inspire you and home always be warm.

Name day poems for Anna

Happy name day, Anna dear!
May joy and laughter fill your year,
May life bloom bright in every way
And angels guard you night and day!

Saint Anna, mother, grandmother too,
May she protect your family and you.
May every day be bright and kind
With happiness and peace of mind!

About the feast

The righteous Joachim and Anna had no children for a long time and prayed for a child. Their daughter became the Virgin Mary, so Saint Anna is honoured as the patroness of mothers, expectant mothers and grandmothers. In Ukraine, Anna’s winter feast was traditionally called “the conception of winter”.

Flowers for Anna

Light, tender bouquets suit Anna — white roses or soft pastel arrangements. They are fitting for a mom and a grandma alike.

More options in our white roses and flowers for mom sections.

Cloud lightness — “Cloud Lightness” bouquet — a tender greeting

FAQ

When is Anna’s name day?

Under the new church calendar — on 25 July (Dormition of Saint Anna) and 9 December (Conception of the Theotokos).

Who was Saint Anna?

Saint Anna is the mother of the Virgin Mary and wife of Saint Joachim. She is honoured as the patroness of mothers and families.

What to give Anna on her name day?

A bouquet of light-coloured flowers, personalised jewellery, an icon of Saint Anna or a cosy gift for the home.

An autumn women’s name day: Faith, Hope and Love Day (17 September).

Another autumn name day: Liudmyla’s name day (16 September).

A December name day: Anastasiia’s name day (22 December).

May name days: Tamara name day wishes (1 May).

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Author: Maria Svitlovir

Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.

Anna Name Day Wishes