Hannah
חַנָּה
/ HAN-na /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇿🇦 South Africa
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Gracious
Meaning & Etymology
grace
grace
Etymology
From the Hebrew root hnn (to be gracious).
Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Semitic > Canaanite
Cultural context
Hannah is a popular name among Christian communities in South Africa, reflecting its biblical significance.
Symbolism
Represents grace and divine favour.
Religious reference
1 Samuel 1