Hannelore
Hannelore is a Christian girl name of German origin, meaning “Combination of Hanne and Lore”.
| Meaning | Combination of Hanne and Lore |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | German |
| Pronunciation | HAH-neh-lor-eh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Germany, Austria |
Meaning and origin of Hannelore
Hannelore is a German double name joining Hanne, a short form of Johanna, with Lore, a short form of Eleonore. Through Johanna it carries the Hebrew sense 'God is gracious', while Eleonore's origin is debated and sometimes linked to 'light'. Compound names like this were fashionable in Germany in the early twentieth century, and Hannelore peaked in the 1920s and 1930s. Hannelore Kohl, wife of Chancellor Helmut Kohl, was a well-known bearer.
Is Hannelore a Christian name?
Hannelore's first half links it to Johanna, the feminine of John, giving it an indirect Christian and biblical root, though it is used mainly as a traditional German name.
How popular is Hannelore?
Found mainly among older women in Germany and rarely given to babies today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hannelore mean?
Hannelore means 'Combination of Hanne and Lore'. It is of German origin.
Is Hannelore a Christian name?
Hannelore's first half links it to Johanna, the feminine of John, giving it an indirect Christian and biblical root, though it is used mainly as a traditional German name.
How do you pronounce Hannelore?
Hannelore is pronounced HAH-neh-lor-eh.
Is Hannelore a boy or girl name?
Hannelore is usually a girl name.