US Popularity:10984
Origin:African
Meaning:Grace of Baal
Hannibal is a boy’s name of Carthaginian origin meaning “grace of Baal,” with Baal being an ancient Canaanite-Phoenician god. This name was made famous by the Carthaginian leader Hannibal, who led the forces of Carthage against Rome in the Second Punic War. Considered one of the greatest military commanders to ever live, he makes a formidable namesake for baby! More recently, the name has been associated with the fictional villain Hannibal Lecter from The Silence of the Lambs. With a name like this, you can be sure that no one will want to mess with your little one.

Hannibal Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Hannibal is currently #4823 on The Bump
Boy:Hannibal is currently #1601 on The Bump Boy Names

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2021
#10984
in 2021
+ 2501
from 2020
In comparison to the previous year's data
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