Hannah
han-nuh
Origin:Hebrew
Popularity:123
Meaning:favor; grace
Hannah is a girl's name of Hebrew origin. It is a variation of Channah, meaning "favor" or "grace." In the Hebrew Bible, Hannah was one of Elkanah's wives and the mother of Samuel. After years without children, she prayed for a son and was eventually favored by God, hence the meaning of her name. If you want to inspire baby to celebrate their faith with devotion and respect, Hannah is a notable contender for your little one.
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