Hannah
Hannah is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Grace, favour”.
| Meaning | Grace, favour |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | חַנָּה |
| Pronunciation | HAN-uh |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian, Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Hannah
Hannah comes from Hebrew Channah, from the root ch-n-n, to be gracious or show favour. In the First Book of Samuel she is the woman who prays fervently for a child and becomes the mother of the prophet Samuel; her song of thanks is echoed in Mary's Magnificat. Christian tradition gives Anna, the Greek form, to the mother of Mary, and the name spread widely in English after the Reformation.
Is Hannah a Jewish name?
Yes, Hannah is biblical: she is Samuel's mother in 1 Samuel 1–2, and her prayer is a model of Jewish prayer. In Islamic tradition Hannah (Hanna) is the name given to the mother of Maryam, so Muslim families also use it.
How popular is Hannah?
Widely used across English-speaking countries, Europe and the Middle East.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hannah mean?
Hannah means 'Grace, favour'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Hannah a Jewish name?
Yes, Hannah is biblical: she is Samuel's mother in 1 Samuel 1–2, and her prayer is a model of Jewish prayer. In Islamic tradition Hannah (Hanna) is the name given to the mother of Maryam, so Muslim families also use it.
How do you pronounce Hannah?
Hannah is pronounced HAN-uh.
Is Hannah a boy or girl name?
Hannah is usually a girl name.