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Hannah Name Meaning - Grace (Hebrew)

Meaning
Grace, favor
Origin
Hebrew
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
HA-NNA-H

Hannah means "Grace, favor" (Hebrew). Recorded in Hebrew sources, Hannah glosses as "Grace." Hannah is a Hebrew name meaning grace or favor.

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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown

Recorded in Hebrew sources, Hannah glosses as "Grace." Hannah is a Hebrew name meaning grace or favor.

Origin and Historical Usage

Hannah is a Hebrew name meaning grace or favor. In the Bible, Hannah prayed fervently for a son and gave birth to the prophet Samuel. The name has been consistently popular for centuries across Jewish, Christian, and secular communities worldwide.

Pronunciation Guide

Phonetic
HA-NNA-H
Syllables
2

Geographic and Cultural Usage

The name travels well in international schools and multicultural cities. Hebrew origin remains the anchor even when spelling stays unchanged.

Popularity

In NameBloom's internal list, Hannah sits around #11 — widely recognized. National statistics (SSA, ONS, etc.) may differ.

Notable People Named Hannah

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    Hannah Arendt
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    Hannah Gadsby
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    Hannah Waddingham

Variants and Related Names

Spelling variants

  • Hana — alternate form of Hannah
  • Anna — alternate form of Hannah
  • Ann — alternate form of Hannah
  • Annie — alternate form of Hannah
  • Hanna — alternate form of Hannah

Frequently Asked Questions about Hannah

What does Hannah mean?
Hannah means "Grace, favor" in Hebrew tradition. Recorded in Hebrew sources, Hannah glosses as "Grace." Hannah is a Hebrew name meaning grace or favor.
How do you pronounce Hannah?
Hannah is pronounced HA-NNA-H (2 syllables).
What language is Hannah from?
Hannah comes from Hebrew. Hannah is a Hebrew name meaning grace or favor.
Is Hannah a boy or girl name?
Hannah is primarily used as a girl's name.
What does Hannah mean in English?
English references usually translate Hannah as "Grace, favor." It is not an English word; the gloss comes from Hebrew.
Is Hannah a rare name?
In NameBloom's internal list, Hannah sits around #11 — widely recognized. National statistics (SSA, ONS, etc.) may differ.
What is the origin of the name Hannah?
Hannah is a Hebrew name meaning grace or favor. In the Bible, Hannah prayed fervently for a son and gave birth to the prophet Samuel. The name has been consistently popular for centuries across Jewish, Christian, and secular communities worldwide.
What are variants of Hannah?
Documented forms include: Hana; Anna; Ann; Annie; Hanna.
Who are famous people named Hannah?
Notable bearers include Hannah Arendt, Hannah Gadsby, Hannah Waddingham.

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