Hana Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance

Meaning

Varies by origin: 'flower' (Japanese), 'grace/favor' (Hebrew, via Hannah), 'bliss' (Arabic), 'hope' (Kurdish), among others

Origin

Various (Japanese, Hebrew, Arabic, Kurdish, Persian, Hawaiian, Māori, Albanian)

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

HAH-nuhListen

Hana is a girl's name with roots in several cultures, including Japanese, Hebrew, Arabic, and Kurdish traditions, among others. Depending on which origin you're drawing from, it can mean 'flower,' 'grace' or 'favor,' 'bliss,' or 'hope.' It's pronounced HAH-nuh.

Meaning & Origin of Hana

Meaning: Varies by origin: 'flower' (Japanese), 'grace/favor' (Hebrew, via Hannah), 'bliss' (Arabic), 'hope' (Kurdish), among others.

Origin: Various (Japanese, Hebrew, Arabic, Kurdish, Persian, Hawaiian, Māori, Albanian).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Hana

Popularity of Hana

Hana peaked in U.S. use at #621 in 2002, when 411 babies were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #708, with 395 babies.

Names Like Hana

These names share Hana’s style, era or origin.

• Arleth
• Maja
• Malaysia
• Airi
• Aitana
• Alani

FAQ

What does the name Hana mean?

Varies by origin: ‘flower’ (Japanese), ‘grace/favor’ (Hebrew, via Hannah), ‘bliss’ (Arabic), ‘hope’ (Kurdish), among others. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Hana?

Hana is pronounced HAH-nuh (IPA: /ˈhɑːnə/).

Is Hana a popular name right now?

Hana is near its all-time peak (#621 in 2002), ranked #708 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)

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