US Popularity:6938
Origin:Dutch
Other Origin(s):Chinese, Hebrew, Scandinavian
Meaning:God is gracious; Favor, grace; Brave, fierce, valiant, ferocious
Han is a Dutch and Scandinavian name that derives from the popular monikers Johannes and Hanne, meaning "God is gracious.” This name is particularly popular in Nordic countries and is a suitable choice for a new parent seeking a beautiful gender-neutral name that celebrates their faith subtly. Han may also be a nickname for the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning “favor” or “grace.” Also, its ties to the Chinese expression hàn for “brave,” “fierce,” “valiant,” or “ferocious” will do no wrong when baby fights their battles. No doubt you will be grateful for your little bundle of joy Han when they come along!

Han Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Han is currently #3873 on The Bump
Boy:Han is currently #2163 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Han is currently #2593 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Han is currently #6938 in U.S. births
Boy:Han is currently #4019 in U.S. births
Girl:Han is currently #9816 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#9816
in 2023
- 553
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Han, August 2023

  • Behind the Name, Johannes, May 2020

  • Behind the Name, Hanne (1), December 2022

  • Behind the Name, John, December 2022

  • Behind the Name, Hannah, November 2020

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