Girl name
Hanna name meaning
“happiness; divine favor”
Hanna is a feminine name commonly linked to divine favor or happiness through two distinct naming origins. Hebrew Ḥannāh is associated with favor, while the related spelling Hana can derive from Arabic hanā’, meaning happiness. Hana is also a variant connected with Hanna, bringing these separate origins into the name’s explanation.
What does Hanna mean?
The ending -na appears in names of varied origins, including Ratna, Agustina, and Diana. These final letters do not have one independent meaning that applies to every name. More girl names ending in -na →
Origin and cultural usage of Hanna
Hana can derive from Arabic hanā’, meaning happiness, or be a variant of Hanna, from Hebrew Ḥannāh, associated with favor. These are distinct naming origins.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Hanna in Islam and the Quran
Hanna does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Hanna
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Hanna, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Hanna as a first name
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Hanna Nurfitri
Interpretation
May her joy radiate the beautiful light of natural purity.Meaning of each word
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Nurfitri: light of innate purity
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Hanna Fatin
Interpretation
May she grow into a joyful person with captivating charm.Meaning of each word
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Fatin: captivating, enchanting
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Interpretation
May her life hold joy, honor, and the help she seeks.Meaning of each word
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Nabila: noble and honourable
- Istiana: assistance that is sought
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Hanna Nafisah
Interpretation
May she be a precious person whose life overflows with joy.Meaning of each word
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Nafisah: valuable, precious
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Hanna Rahmah
Interpretation
May the joy within her always flourish alongside loving compassion.Meaning of each word
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Rahmah: mercy, loving compassion
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Interpretation
May her sacrifices bring healing and joy into life.Meaning of each word
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Fida: ransom, sacrifice
- Syifa: recovery from illness
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Hanna Fairuz
Interpretation
A picture of joy sparkling like a beautiful turquoise gemstone.Meaning of each word
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Fairuz: turquoise gemstone
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Interpretation
May her intelligence and compassion bring joy into life.Meaning of each word
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Fatonah: intelligence, mental acuity
- Rahmatika: mercy, gracious gift
Hanna as a middle name
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Interpretation
May she grow naturally in joy, good fortune, and happiness.Meaning of each word
- Fitriya: natural, relating to innate nature
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Sadiyah: fortunate and happy
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Interpretation
A turquoise gemstone shining with the beauty of joy and compassion.Meaning of each word
- Fairuz: turquoise gemstone
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Rahmatika: mercy, gracious gift
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Fitriyanti Hanna Mutmainnah
Interpretation
May her natural purity flourish alongside joy and inner tranquility.Meaning of each word
- Fitriyanti: purity, natural disposition
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Mutmainnah: tranquil, assured at heart
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Interpretation
May she be a light bringing joy and compassion.Meaning of each word
- Dhia: light, radiance
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Rahmatika: mercy, gracious gift
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Interpretation
May she achieve success with gentleness and a joyful heart.Meaning of each word
- Ruwaida: slowly and gently
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Najah: achievement of a goal, success
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Interpretation
Joy like a cluster of stars, joined with purity and honor.Meaning of each word
- Suraya: the Pleiades star cluster
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
- Afifah: chaste, preserving personal honor
Hanna as a last name
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Firda Hanna
Interpretation
A picture of a joyful life as beautiful as a garden.Meaning of each word
- Firda: paradise, garden
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
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Rahmah Hanna
Interpretation
May her loving compassion always bring joy into life.Meaning of each word
- Rahmah: mercy, loving compassion
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
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Interpretation
May love and closeness accompany success filled with joy.Meaning of each word
- Mawaddah: love and affection
- Fauziana: success, victory
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
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Mawaddah Hanna
Interpretation
May her life be filled with love, closeness, and beautiful joy.Meaning of each word
- Mawaddah: love and affection
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
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Mufida Hanna
Interpretation
May she be a helpful person who brings joy into life.Meaning of each word
- Mufida: useful, bringing benefit
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
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Interpretation
May her natural purity and generous heart always bring joy.Meaning of each word
- Fitriana: innate nature, original purity
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Hanna: happiness; divine favor
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How to pronounce Hanna
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /hana/ |
| Arabic script | هناء |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦤ꧀ꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮠᮔ᮪ᮔ |
Is Hanna a girl’s name?
Yes, Hanna is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Hanna ranks #320 among girl names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Hanna
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Hanna
- Hanna Keraf · b. 1988
- Hanna Rambe · b. 1940
- Hanna Gayatri · b. 1952
- Hanna Fransisca · b. 1979
- Hanna Hasyim
- Hanna Kirana · b. 2003
- Hanna V
- Hanna Clara Stevana Sinaga · b. 1999
- Hanna Elda Ria Boru Sirait
- Hanna Grietje Kunu · b. 1958
- Hanna H. Bachtiar-iskandar · b. 1956
- Hanna Jakin
FAQ about the name Hanna
What is the meaning of Hanna?
Hanna means happiness; divine favor. Hana can derive from Arabic hanā’, meaning happiness, or be a variant of Hanna, from Hebrew Ḥannāh, associated with favor. These are distinct naming origins.
Is Hanna a girl’s name?
Yes, Hanna is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Hanna?
Hanna is of Arabic and Hebrew origin.
Is the name Hanna in the Quran?
Hanna does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Hanna have?
Hanna has 2 syllables (Han-na) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Hanna?
Hanna ranks #320 among girl names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Hanna?
Other spellings: Hana.
What full names go well with Hanna?
Some ideas: Hanna Nurfitri; Fitriya Hanna Sadiyah; Firda Hanna.
Famous people named Hanna?
Notable people named Hanna include Hanna Keraf, Hanna Rambe, Hanna Gayatri.
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