Hannah
Grace, favor, gracious, merciful
Hebrew
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Hannah
“Grace, favor, gracious, merciful”
Name Details & Attributes
About this name
Hannah is a Hebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' The mother of the prophet Samuel in the Old Testament, known for her faithful prayers. The name represents grace, devotion, and maternal love in Western tradition.
It means "Grace, favor, gracious, merciful." Hannah has a popularity score of 85 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced HAN-ah. It is traditionally associated with Jewish. Its listed personality traits are Gracious, Devoted and Merciful. It has 2 syllables and 6 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Anna, Anne and Hanna.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hannah mean?
The name Hannah means "Grace, favor, gracious, merciful."
What origin is the name Hannah?
Hannah is of Hebrew origin.
Is Hannah a boy or girl name?
Hannah is traditionally a girl's name.
How do you pronounce Hannah?
Hannah is pronounced HAN-ah.
Is Hannah popular?
Hannah has a popularity score of 85 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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