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Hanniel
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The first name Hanniel (חַנִּיאֵל) has its origins in the Bible. In German translation, the name means 'God is gracious.'
What does the name Hanniel mean?
The male first name Hanniel (חַנִּיאֵל) comes from biblical texts. Its English meaning is 'God is gracious.' The name is made up of two ancient Hebrew elements: ḥanan (חָנָן), which means 'to be gracious,' 'to show mercy,' or 'to grant favor,' and ʾēl (אֵל), which means 'God.' Hanniel is found in the Old Testament. Other variants of the name include Channiel, Haniel, Hanyel, and Anael.
Where does the name Hanniel come from?
The name Hanniel has ancient Hebrew roots and means 'God is gracious.' The components consist of ḥanan (חָנָן), which means 'to be gracious,' 'to practice mercy,' or 'to show favor,' and ʾēl (אֵל), which means 'God.' The name is anchored in biblical Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Hanniel?
Ha-ni-el
Popularity
Hanniel is a rather rare first name in Germany. In 2018, it ranked 3,918th on the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, the name has been given as a first name less than 10 times, placing it at 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 9,767th.
Famous people
- Hanniel Jamin (model from Ghana)
Frequently asked questions about the name Hanniel
What is the origin of the name Hanniel?
The name Hanniel has ancient Hebrew roots and is anchored in biblical Hebrew.
What does the name Hanniel mean?
The meaning of Hanniel is 'God is gracious,' composed of ḥanan (to be gracious) and ʾēl (God).
How popular is the name Hanniel?
Hanniel is a rare but traditional name that is appreciated in certain cultural and religious circles.