Hanna
ha(n)-na
US Popularity:1014
Origin:Scandinavian
Meaning:Favor, grace, graciousness
"Hanna is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning ""favor,"" ""grace,"" or ""graciousness."" Hanna has multiple variants, including the more commonly spelled Hannah, Anna, and Ana. The Bump user Lue94 shared, “Hannah/Hanna is on my top girl name list,” and it’s easy to see why. Simple but beautiful, Hanna sits in close quarters with other timeless titles that all sport an air of grace. This gorgeous name is modest and unique in style, eliminating the fuss and frills of extra syllables while still standing out from the crowd. Parents who are looking to pay homage to their Swiss heritage might also enjoy this name for its popularity in the crossroads of Europe. Hanna ranks in the top 100 of girls’ names, most likely from the tradition in Switzerland to name their children after biblical figures. Notable namesakes include Swedish actress Hanna Alström and Swiss actress and theatre director Hanna Scheuring."
Famous People Named Hanna
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- William HannaCartoonist
How Popular Is The Name Hanna?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Hanna is currently #1554 on The Bump
Girl:Hanna is currently #1103 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Hanna is currently #1014 in U.S. births
Girl:Hanna is currently #504 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#504
in 2024
+ 21
from 2023
Sources
WordSense Dictionary, Hanna
WordSense Dictionary, Hannah
Abarim Publications, Hannah meaning, May 2025
Federal Statistical Office, First names of newborns
Behind the Name, Hanna (1), Popularity in Switzerland
Behind the Name, Hanna (2), Popularity in Switzerland
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