Hans

God is gracious

GenderBoyOriginGermanSay itHAHNSPopularityTop 100
Pronounced HAHNS

About the name Hans

Hans is a classic German name meaning "God is gracious", carrying a sense of heritage and strength. It has long been cherished in German-speaking families for its solid, timeless sound.

A boy named Hans tends to be quietly confident with a strong sense of loyalty.

Fun fact

It remains a familiar sound in German-speaking regions of Europe, carrying centuries of history in its syllables.

Nicknames for Hans

Hansi

Variations

JohannHansi

Famous people named Hans

  • Hans Christian Andersen (author, Danish-German lineage)
  • Hans Zimmer (composer)

Sibling name ideas

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