Hannah
favor, grace
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- Girl
- Country
- United States
- Pronunciation
- HAN-uh
- Popularity
- falling
Common nicknames
Hanni
About the name Hannah
Hannah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "favor, grace". It is most commonly used in Christian families and is especially popular in United States.
Hannah was in the US top 10 for girls for most of the 1990s and 2000s and has since drifted into the top 50. The Old Testament Hannah is the mother of the prophet Samuel; her prayer of thanksgiving is a source text for the New Testament Magnificat. The Hebrew root means 'favor' or 'grace,' making Hannah and Grace close semantic cousins.
Popularity trend: Hannah is used less often now than it was a generation ago, which can make it feel fresh again.
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Frequently asked about Hannah
- What does the name Hannah mean?
- Hannah means "favor, grace". It's a girl name of Hebrew origin, most commonly used in Christian families and popular in United States.
- Where does the name Hannah come from?
- Hannah originates from Hebrew. On Babbloom it's classified in the Christian naming tradition.
- Is Hannah a boy or girl name?
- Hannah is a girl name.