Hannah is a girl's name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name Channah, which means "favor" or "grace". The name is also a variation of Channah and is found in the Hebrew Bible, where Hannah was one of Elkanah's wives and the mother of Samuel. In biblical context, after years of being without children, Hannah prayed for a son and was eventually favored by God, hence the meaning of her name. The name Hannah is derived from the root ḥ-n-n, also meaning "favor" or "grace". It is a popular name in various forms across different cultures and languages, with related names such as Ana, Anna, Ann, and others. The name Hannah has experienced a surge in popularity in recent decades, nearing the top of the name charts.
