Female and male first names beginning with the letter “H”..
HANISH
MaleHanish, of Indian origin, derives from Sanskrit 'Hani', meaning 'elephant', symbolizing strength, wisdom, and longevity.
HANIYA
FemaleDistinctive Arabic name meaning 'graceful' or 'happy', bringing good fortune.
HANIYAH
FemaleBeautiful Arabic name meaning 'merciful' or 'compassionate', derived from the word 'hanan'. It holds significant historical and cultural importance in the Middle East.
HANIYYAH
FemaleArabic feminine given name meaning 'gift' or 'grace', often associated with Prophet Muhammad's family and Islamic concepts of beauty and kindness.
HANK
MaleAmerican name derived from German Heinrich, meaning 'home ruler'.
HANLEE
FemaleDistinctive and rare name of unknown origin with no fixed meaning or history, allowing for creative interpretation.
HANLEY
MaleRare English male name derived from the Old English 'Hengel', meaning 'warrior' or 'strong'. It first appeared in P.G. Wodehouse's novel 'The Three Hostages'.
HANLEY
FemaleEnglish boy's name derived from the Staffordshire place name Hanley, meaning "enclosure in woodland clearing".
HANNA
FemaleHebrew feminine name meaning "grace" or "favor," derived from "channah," signifying "graced by God." It's known for its biblical connections, notably Hanna, wife of Elkanah and mother of Samuel in the Old Testament. Popularized through medieval literature like Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy, Hanna is also associated with the Virgin Mary in some cultures. Today, it remains globally popular, particularly in Scandinavian countries where it's often spelled Hann[a]. Despite variations in spelling and pronunciation, its meaning maintains consistency across cultures.
HANNA
MaleHebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor', known from biblical Hannah who was Samuel's mother.
HANNABELLA
FemaleCaptivating feminine given name of Hebrew origin derived from Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor", with French influence adding sophistication.
HANNABELLE
FemaleDistinctive French name derived from "hanable," meaning "graceful." It was historically given to girls considered beautiful and elegant in medieval France.
HANNAH
FemaleHebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor', popularized by the biblical figure Hannah, mother of Samuel, and found in various cultures and literature throughout history.
HANNAH
MaleHebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor', known from the Bible as the mother of Samuel, with enduring popularity across cultures.
HANNAHA
FemaleHannah is a Hebrew-origin feminine given name meaning "grace" or "favor".
HANNAHELIZABETH
FemaleModern, made-up name of unknown origin, combining elements from popular names like Hannah ("grace") and Elizabeth ("God is my oath").
HANNAHGRACE
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew name that combines 'Hannah', meaning 'favor' or 'grace', from the biblical heroine whose prayer was answered with childbirth, and 'Grace', symbolizing divine favor.
HANNAHJO
FemaleHebrew name meaning "grace," derived from Channah, the mother of Samuel in Jewish tradition. The "j" suffix is a modern addition inspired by current naming trends.
HANNAHLEE
FemaleHebrew name meaning 'grace', combining the classic Channah with the charming English suffix '-lee'.
HANNAHLYNN
FemaleUnique and captivating feminine name combining Hebrew 'Hannah' (favor/grace) with Welsh 'Lynn' (lake/pool).
HANNAHMAE
FemaleStriking Scottish name derived from the Gaelic 'Ìseabail', meaning 'God is my oath'. It was popular among medieval Scottish nobility and has since gained global recognition through notable figures like singer-songwriter Hannahmae MacDonald.
HANNAHMARIE
FemaleDistinctively Jewish-Christian name combining 'Hannah,' meaning grace, with 'Marie,' signifying rebellion, yielding the unique meaning of "graceful rebellion.
HANNAHRAE
FemaleAmerican-originated name created by merging Hannah and Rae, signifying 'graced with love' or 'powerful favor'.
HANNAHROSE
FemaleHebrew name composed of 'Hannah', meaning 'grace' or 'favor', and 'Rose', symbolizing love and beauty.
HANNALEE
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew name meaning 'grace', featuring an Irish-inspired suffix for a feminine touch.
HANNALEIGH
FemaleIrish name derived from the surname "O'Hanlon," meaning "descendant of Hanlon" who was known as "little preacher" or "priest's son.
HANNALEY
FemaleIrish given name derived from the ancient surname O'Hanley, meaning "precious descendant".
HANNALISE
FemaleRare and beautiful German name composed of Hanna (grace) and Lise (God is my oath), derived from the Hebrew names Hannah and Elizabeth respectively.
HANNAN
FemaleArabic-origin name meaning 'grace' or 'kindness', associated with beauty and elegance, and one of Islam's 99 Beautiful Names of Allah.
HANNAN
MaleHebrew unisex name meaning "favor" or "grace," shared with Hanah, and known historically through figures like King Hannan II of the Umayyad dynasty.
HANNE
FemaleTraditional Scandinavian female name of Old Norse origin meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
HANNELORE
FemaleGerman name composed of Hanna ('grace') and Lore ('laurel'), symbolizing victory. It gained popularity in Germany during the late 19th to mid-20th centuries and is associated with Hanne Koch from Johanna Spyri's "Heidi".
HANNER
FemaleUncommon, yet captivating Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse 'Hannarr', meaning 'high warrior'. Traditionally used in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark, it was popular among Viking warriors and carried hopes for bravery and strength. Today, Hanner is considered unisex and often associated with creativity and independence despite its historical male roots.
HANNES
MaleRare yet historic Germanic name derived from Johannes, meaning "God is gracious.
HANNHA
FemaleHannah is a Hebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor', derived from the word 'channakh', and is known for being the mother of the prophet Samuel in the Bible.
HANNI
FemaleDistinctively German name derived from Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor" in Hebrew. It is often used as a diminutive of Hannah and has historical significance dating back to biblical times, as Hannah was the mother of the prophet Samuel.
HANNIA
FemaleBeautiful and unique Arabic name, derived from Hananiah meaning 'God is merciful'.
HANNIAH
FemaleHanniah, a rare Hebrew name, signifies "God is gracious" or "God has favored.
HANNIBAL
MaleHannibal, a distinctive name of Carthaginian origin, means "favorite of the god Baal" and is famously associated with legendary military commander Hannibal Barca.
HANNIE
FemaleDelightful Dutch unisex name, derived from Hannah meaning 'grace' in Hebrew.