Osanna is the Italian form of Hosanna, a name derived from the Aramaic exclamation Hoshaʿ na meaning "deliver us" in Hebrew, which appears in the New Testament as the shout of the crowds welcoming Jesus into Jerusalem. This name has a distinctly religious and cultural significance in Italy, borne by two saintly figures from different eras.Etymology and OriginThe root of the name ultimately traces back to the Hebrew hoshia na ("save, please"), used in Psalm 118:25. In Greek, the exclamation became Hosanna, and it entered Latin and later vernacular languages through liturgical use. As a personal name, Osanna specifically represents the Italian adaptation, paralleling Romanian Ozana and French Osanne.Notable BearersTwo female saints bear the name Osanna, highlighting its spiritual resonance. The first is Osanna of Mantua (15th century), an Italian Dominican tertiary and mystic whose visions and ascetic life were recognised by the Catholic Church. The second is Osanna of Cattaro (16th century), a Montenegrin-born Roman Catholic nun venerated for her piety and service in her adopted hometown of Kotor (Cattaro) in present-day Montenegro. Both are revered as examples of devoted Christian spirituality, further embedding the name in the hagiographic tradition.In a secular context, Osanna is also the name of an Italian progressive rock band active in the 1970s, noted for theatrical performances and blending sounds.Cultural SignificanceThe name Osanna reflects its religious origins more directly than the English "Hosanna," as its feminine form were common among European names drawn from liturgical phrases. While less widespread today, it remains recognised in Italy due to the saintly associations.Meaning: "Deliver us" — from the Aramaic HosannaOrigin: Italian form of HosannaType: Given name (female)Usage: Italian, with variants in Romanian and French