Boyd’s Bible Dictionary:
(gracious). A prophetess at Jerusalem (Luke 2:36).
Concise Bible Dictionary:
A prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of Asher, who gave thanks when the infant Jesus was presented in the temple (Luke 2:36). She was one of the godly who looked for redemption in Israel.
Strong’s Dictionary of Greek Words:
Meaning:
of Hebrew origin (2584); Anna, an Israelitess
Jackson’s Dictionary of Scripture Proper Names:
Greek form of Hannah
Potts’ Bible Proper Names:
Grace; free gift; favored:―a prophetess at Jerusalem [HANNAH], Luke 2:36. {Gratia}