Osanna

An Italian form of expressive Hosanna, this spiritual name might appeal to those who enjoy nicknames Ozzy or Anna. Borne by a number of saints, including a 15th century Italian mystic, Osanna also appears as Ozana and Osanne in Romania and France respectively. The traditional Hosanna may work better however in English speaking countries if you want the religious expression to be obvious.

Osanna may also be an Old German name, used until around the 16th century. It was likely derived from the elements os meaning "God" and possibly hanna meaning "grace."

Pronounced oh-SAHN-uh.

As of October 2026, Osanna ranked #14797 in US births in 2024 SSA.