Female and male first names beginning with the letter “H”..

HANAN

Female

Arabic female given name meaning "compassionate" or "merciful", associated with kindness and gentleness. It appears in the Quran as one of the names of paradise, and has been used throughout Middle Eastern cultures for centuries.

HANANE

Female

Arabic feminine name derived from 'hanan', meaning 'compassion' or 'kindness'.

HANANI

Female

Unique Hebrew name meaning 'gracious' or 'favorable'.

HANANIAH

Female

Rare but meaningful Hebrew name meaning "Yahweh has been gracious," derived from the phrase "Yahweh is gracious" and found in the Old Testament of the Bible.

HANANIAH

Male

Rare Hebrew name meaning "graced by God," derived from the words "hanan" (to be gracious) and "yah" (God).

HANAY

Female

Japanese feminine name derived from "hana" (flower) and "ya", translating to 'flower girl'. It holds historical significance, associating with Hanayome no Michi, the flower goddess of Japanese mythology.

HANAYA

Female

Japanese name derived from "hana" meaning flower and the suffix "ya", indicating place or location. It signifies elegance and beauty, inspired by Japan's reverence for flowers in art, literature, and religion.

HANAYO

Female

Traditional Japanese feminine given name that means "flower child" or "half rice paddy", reflecting either youthful beauty or agricultural heritage.

HANCE

Male

Distinctive French given name, derived from the Old French word 'hans', meaning 'goose'.

HANCEL

Male

Rare Hebrew name derived from Chanukkah, meaning 'dedication', associated with the Jewish Festival of Lights, Hanukkah.

HANDERSON

Male

Portuguese given name derived from the Old English personal name 'Henrican', though its exact meaning remains uncertain.

HANDLEY

Male

Uncommon English surname derived from the Old English word 'hende', meaning 'hand'. It was likely given to someone notable for their use of hands, such as craftsmen or musicians. The name originated in medieval Worcestershire, England, and was brought to America by early settlers. Today, Handley is found worldwide, particularly in England, Scotland, Ireland, and North America, with some variations in spelling and pronunciation.

HANDSOME

Male

Distinctive American unisex name derived from the English adjective 'handsome', meaning physically attractive.

HANDY

Female

Uncommon American given name derived from the Middle English word 'handi', meaning 'skilled' or 'dexterous'. It was originally an occupational surname for craftsmen before being adopted as a given name in the 20th century.

HANDY

Male

English given name originating from the Middle Dutch 'handich', meaning 'having hands', reflecting practicality and convenience.

HANEEF

Male

Arabic name meaning 'upright' or 'straight', originally associated with pre-Islamic monotheists known as Hanifs.

HANEEFA

Female

Arabic name meaning 'pure', derived from the root word 'nafa'. It is associated with Prophet Noah's (Nuh) pure-hearted son in Islamic tradition.

HANEEFAH

Female

Arabic name derived from "Hanif," meaning "sincere" or "pure.

HANEEN

Female

Arabic female name derived from "hanaa", meaning "kindness" or "goodness".

HANEESH

Male

Uncommon yet captivating Indian name derived from 'Hanesha', meaning 'Joyous Lord', and signifies wishes of wisdom, intelligence, and prosperity.

HANEN

Female

Arabic unisex given name meaning 'compassion' or 'kindness', associated with beauty and elegance, popular in Middle Eastern and North African cultures.

HANES

Male

Ethiopian given name derived from the Ge'ez word "ሐኔ", meaning "mercy" or "compassion". It is associated with Saint Hanes, a revered figure in Ethiopian Christian history known for his compassion and humility.

HANEY

Male

Uncommon English given name originating from the Middle English word "hennesse", meaning "henhouse" or "chicken keeper".

HANFORD

Male

Rare but intriguing English male given name derived from the surname Hanford, which originally meant "ford by the hedge-enclosed hill.

HANG

Female

Ancient Vietnamese name with no specific meaning, often associated with balance or resilience. It was borne by prominent historical figures like King Hung Vuong's daughters Hang Da and Hang Lang.

HANH

Female

Hanh, of Vietnamese origin, means 'cold' and 'joyous', combining the imagery of winter's chill with inner warmth.

HANH

Male

Vietnamese origin and means 'happy' or 'joyful', reflecting the hope that its bearer will bring joy to themselves and others.

HANI

Female

Arabic origin, meaning 'happiness' or 'joy', often associated with vibrant personalities.

HANI

Male

Arabic name meaning 'affection' or 'tenderness', popular in Middle Eastern countries like Jordan and Iraq.

HANIA

Female

Arabic female name meaning 'happiness', originating from ancient Arabia.

HANIAH

Female

Hebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor', reflecting qualities like kindness and beauty.

HANIEF

Male

Arabic-origin name derived from "Hanif," meaning "true" or "pure." It holds historical significance as it was used by prominent Islamic figures like Prophet Muhammad's grandfather Abdul Muttalib ibn Hashim and Persian poet Nezami Ganjavi. Today, Hanief remains a unique choice among Muslim communities worldwide for parents seeking a name with deep cultural roots.

HANIEL

Female

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "grace of God," associated with love, beauty, and divine favor in Jewish and Christian traditions.

HANIEL

Male

Unique Hebrew name that means 'grace of God,' inspired by one of the seven archangels in the Book of Enoch, and has been adopted by various cultures throughout history.

HANIF

Male

Arabic name meaning "truthful" or "sincere," with historical significance and religious connotations in Islam.

HANIFA

Female

Arabic name meaning 'inclining towards goodness', associated with purity and honesty, popular worldwide despite its Islamic origins.

HANIFAH

Female

Ancient Arabic name meaning 'pure' or 'innocent', derived from 'hanifa'. It's associated with purity, simplicity, and honesty, and has been used by prominent Islamic figures like Hanifah bint Wahb, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

HANIFF

Male

Arabic-origin name that means "the one who guides or shows the way," carrying rich historical and cultural significance, particularly in Islamic tradition where it signifies early practitioners of pure monotheism.

HANIKA

Female

Captivating Hebrew name derived from "hanikh," meaning "graced." It has been carried by notable figures like Hannah Keitman and is recognized globally despite its Hebrew origins.

HANIN

Female

Feminine given name of Arabic origin meaning 'affection' or 'tenderness'. It's popular due to its positive connotation and beautiful sound, as well as historical figures like Hanin Zoabi.