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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Short form of Johannes/John, ultimately Hebrew for 'Yahweh is gracious'
- Origin
- German (short form of Johannes)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- HAHNS
Hans is the German short form of Johannes, itself rooted in the Hebrew name meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' It's a name with a long, well-documented history in German-speaking naming traditions. If you're drawn to short, no-frills names with a clear linguistic lineage, Hans fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Hans
Meaning: Short form of Johannes/John, ultimately Hebrew for 'Yahweh is gracious'.
Origin: German (short form of Johannes).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Hans
HAHNSIPA /hɑːns/
Popularity of Hans
Hans peaked at #291 in 1885, and by 2024 it had fallen to #1324 with just 145 babies given the name — a name that's held on quietly at the far edges of the Social Security data since 1880 rather than disappearing outright.
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FAQ
What does the name Hans mean?
Short form of Johannes/John, ultimately Hebrew for ‘Yahweh is gracious’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Hans?
Hans is pronounced HAHNS (IPA: /hɑːns/).
Is Hans a popular name right now?
Hans peaked at #291 in 1885 and is ranked #1324 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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