Hanah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hanah originates from Hebrew, meaning grace or favor. It evolved from the Hebrew Channah to the English Hannah. The name is linked to biblical heritage through the mother of Samuel and has been popular since the 16th century. It is associated with positive traits such as kindness and grace, and it has variants like Hanna and Anna. Today, Hanah is viewed as a modern yet classic name.
The name Hanah is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hanah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Hanah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2829th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2360th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6518th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hanah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hanah"
Pronunciation
/ˈhænə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Hanah is derived from the Hebrew name Channah, which means 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Channah (Hebrew), Hannah (English)
Biblical Background
Hannah is a significant figure in the Bible, known as the mother of the prophet Samuel, who dedicated him to God.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Protestant Reformation, particularly in the 16th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Hannah, Ana, Anna
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hanah is perceived as a modern yet timeless name, often associated with kindness and grace.
Famous People
Hannah Arendt, a notable political theorist, Hannah Montana, a fictional character played by Miley Cyrus
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hanah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hanah"
"Hanah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2829th of 27321 | 618 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2360th of 35406 | 1,197 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6518th of 30306 | 221 |
Regional Popularity of "Hanah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hanah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
67.95% 2504th/3685 |
- |
56.64% 2942nd/5194 |
48.49% 3063rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.20% 2071st/4582 |
55.42% 2862nd/5164 |
37.47% 2740th/7313 |
34.83% 2599th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
71.86% 4902nd/6822 |
79.84% 5011th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hanah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hanah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.