Hansen: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ahns-ehn
Origin: Sweden
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Northern Europe, Western Europe
Meaning: Son of hans

Hansen is a masculine name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the surname meaning "son of Hans. " It has a rich history, originating from the German personal name Johannes, which means "Jehovah has favored. " The name was popularized in Scandinavia during the medieval era and has since become a common surname and given name globally. Over time, the name has adapted to various linguistic and cultural contexts, with spelling variants like Hanson and Hannsen. Hansen 's versatility and historical significance make it a name that resonates with many families.

Hansen Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Hansen is currently #9396 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Hansen is currently #4079 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Hansen is currently #4612 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Hansen is currently #2030 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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