GirlArabic origin

Hanan: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Means compassion and tenderness, a gentle name of mercy.

Origin
Arabic
Syllables
2
Current rank
#2910
Peak
#2614 in 2018

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1966: #606119661970: #554519701980: #533419801990: #324319902000: #347420002005: #347120052010: #301820102015: #289720152020: #29102020#1#6061

What Hanan Means

Hanan is a girl name of Arabic origin. Means compassion and tenderness, a gentle name of mercy.

How Popular Hanan Is

Hanan currently ranks #2910 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2614 in 2018. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Hanan

  • Hanan is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Hanan is a name with Arabic heritage and meaning.
  • It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.

Names Like Hanan

Other Arabic names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Hanan

Arabic names that pair well as a brother or sister to Hanan.

Questions About Hanan

What does Hanan mean?

Hanan is a girl name of Arabic origin. Means compassion and tenderness, a gentle name of mercy.

How popular is Hanan?

Hanan currently ranks #2910 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2614 in 2018. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Hanan come from?

Hanan comes from Arabic roots. Hanan is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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