Female and male first names beginning with the letter “H”..
HANAN
FemaleArabic 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
FemaleArabic feminine name derived from 'hanan', meaning 'compassion' or 'kindness'.
HANANI
FemaleUnique Hebrew name meaning 'gracious' or 'favorable'.
HANANIAH
FemaleRare 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
MaleRare Hebrew name meaning "graced by God," derived from the words "hanan" (to be gracious) and "yah" (God).
HANAY
FemaleJapanese 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
FemaleJapanese 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
FemaleTraditional Japanese feminine given name that means "flower child" or "half rice paddy", reflecting either youthful beauty or agricultural heritage.
HANCE
MaleDistinctive French given name, derived from the Old French word 'hans', meaning 'goose'.
HANCEL
MaleRare Hebrew name derived from Chanukkah, meaning 'dedication', associated with the Jewish Festival of Lights, Hanukkah.
HANDERSON
MalePortuguese given name derived from the Old English personal name 'Henrican', though its exact meaning remains uncertain.
HANDLEY
MaleUncommon 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
MaleDistinctive American unisex name derived from the English adjective 'handsome', meaning physically attractive.
HANDY
FemaleUncommon 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
MaleEnglish given name originating from the Middle Dutch 'handich', meaning 'having hands', reflecting practicality and convenience.
HANEEF
MaleArabic name meaning 'upright' or 'straight', originally associated with pre-Islamic monotheists known as Hanifs.
HANEEFA
FemaleArabic name meaning 'pure', derived from the root word 'nafa'. It is associated with Prophet Noah's (Nuh) pure-hearted son in Islamic tradition.
HANEEFAH
FemaleArabic name derived from "Hanif," meaning "sincere" or "pure.
HANEEN
FemaleArabic female name derived from "hanaa", meaning "kindness" or "goodness".
HANEESH
MaleUncommon yet captivating Indian name derived from 'Hanesha', meaning 'Joyous Lord', and signifies wishes of wisdom, intelligence, and prosperity.
HANEN
FemaleArabic unisex given name meaning 'compassion' or 'kindness', associated with beauty and elegance, popular in Middle Eastern and North African cultures.
HANES
MaleEthiopian 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
MaleUncommon English given name originating from the Middle English word "hennesse", meaning "henhouse" or "chicken keeper".
HANFORD
MaleRare but intriguing English male given name derived from the surname Hanford, which originally meant "ford by the hedge-enclosed hill.
HANG
FemaleAncient 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
FemaleHanh, of Vietnamese origin, means 'cold' and 'joyous', combining the imagery of winter's chill with inner warmth.
HANH
MaleVietnamese origin and means 'happy' or 'joyful', reflecting the hope that its bearer will bring joy to themselves and others.
HANI
FemaleArabic origin, meaning 'happiness' or 'joy', often associated with vibrant personalities.
HANI
MaleArabic name meaning 'affection' or 'tenderness', popular in Middle Eastern countries like Jordan and Iraq.
HANIA
FemaleArabic female name meaning 'happiness', originating from ancient Arabia.
HANIAH
FemaleHebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor', reflecting qualities like kindness and beauty.
HANIEF
MaleArabic-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
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew name meaning "grace of God," associated with love, beauty, and divine favor in Jewish and Christian traditions.
HANIEL
MaleUnique 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
MaleArabic name meaning "truthful" or "sincere," with historical significance and religious connotations in Islam.
HANIFA
FemaleArabic name meaning 'inclining towards goodness', associated with purity and honesty, popular worldwide despite its Islamic origins.
HANIFAH
FemaleAncient 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
MaleArabic-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
FemaleCaptivating 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
FemaleFeminine 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.