Hani

Hani is a male first name that means 'the happy one'. The name has its origin in the Arabic word hāniʾ (هانِئ), which also means 'happy'. In Arab countries, Hani is a widely used first name.

What does the name Hani mean?

The male first name Hani carries the meaning 'the happy one' and derives from the Arabic term hāniʾ (هانِئ), which means 'happy'. Hani enjoys great popularity in the Arab world.

Where does the name Hani come from?

The name Hani has Arabic roots and means 'the happy one'.

How do you pronounce Hani?

The pronunciation of the name Hani is two syllables and soft. It is usually pronounced as 'Ha-ni' [ˈhaːni], combining an open A with a bright I. The N in the middle provides a gentle transition between the syllables. Hani sounds warm and harmonious, conveying a sense of calm, friendliness, and tonal balance.

Popularity

In Germany, Hani is among the more common first names. The name currently ranks 2,308 on the list of the most popular male first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2013 at position 1,112. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 150 times, placing it at 1,931 in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Hani ranks 1,782.

Nicknames & pet names

Hannusch

Famous people

• Abdalla Hani El-Masri (composer from Lebanon)
• Abdel Hani Kenzi (Algerian boxer)
• Hani Al Saqer (footballer from Kuwait)
• Hani Al Taiar (football player from Syria)
• Hani Al-Dahshan (musician from the United Arab Emirates)
• Hani Al-Dhabit Faraj Bait Al-Noobi (Omani football player)
• Hani Al-Sabti (Omani footballer)
• Hani Eltair (Egyptian swimmer)
• Hani Furstenberg (Israeli actor)
• Hani Mohsin (Malagasy actor)
• Hani Naboulse (footballer from Palestine)
• Hani Najm A'deen Awadh Bait Ibin Saleem (football player from Oman)
• Hani Naser (Jordanian musician)
• Hani Nasira (Egyptian writer)
• Hani Rashid (Egyptian architect)
• Hani Said (Egyptian football player)
• Hani Saied (football player from Egypt)
• Hani Wenzel (German alpine ski racer)
• Hani Zurob (Palestinian artist)