Meaning and origin
The last name Hanna has its origin in biblical times and is derived from the Hebrew name "Channah," meaning "favor" or "grace." It can also be traced back to the Arabic word "ḥinā," which translates to "henna," a plant known for its dyeing properties. The name Hanna has variations in different cultures and languages, such as the Celtic "O'Hannaidh" or the Scottish "Hannahson," reflecting its adaptation and evolution over time.
Surname origins are rarely settled: one spelling can have several sources, and families often took a name for reasons nobody wrote down. Check it against the sources below before you rely on it.
#867
Hanna was the 867th most common surname in the 2010 US Census, with 39,890 people, about 14 in every 100,000.
Who carries it
Surnames like Hanna
Names it is linked with, then names with the same origin and a similar standing.
Check the sources
- Forebears: where Hanna is found around the world
- The Internet Surname Database: a second opinion on the origin
- US Census Bureau: the 2010 surname figures used here
For a name you are serious about, compare the dictionaries: Reaney and Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames; Hanks, Dictionary of American Family Names.