Hana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hana has roots in both Japanese and Hebrew cultures. It means 'flower' in Japanese and 'grace' in Hebrew, showcasing a beautiful blend of meanings. The name evolved from Channah in Hebrew to its modern forms, gaining popularity in the 20th century. Hana is often associated with positive traits and has a biblical background through its connection to Hannah. Notable individuals named Hana have contributed to diverse fields, enhancing the name's appeal.
The name Hana is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hana has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Hana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5083rd out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9994th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3506th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1190th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 744th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 774th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hana"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɑːnə/
Origin
Japanese, Hebrew
Etymology
In Japanese, Hana means 'flower' or 'blossom'. In Hebrew, Hana is derived from the name Channah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
flower, grace, favor
Language Evolution
Channah (Hebrew), Hannah (Anglicized form), Hana (Japanese)
Biblical Background
The name Hana is related to Hannah, a significant biblical figure known for her prayer and dedication of her son Samuel to God.
Historical Usage
Hana gained popularity as a given name in various cultures, particularly in Japan and among Hebrew-speaking communities, during the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Hannah, Channah, Hana
Modern Popularity & Image
Hana is currently viewed positively, often associated with beauty and grace, particularly in cultures that emphasize floral symbolism.
Famous People
Hana Mandlíková (Czech former tennis player), Hana Hayes (American actress), Hana Kimura (Japanese professional wrestler)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hana"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hana"
"Hana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5083rd of 9107 | 50 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9994th of 12526 | 15 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3506th of 19264 | 296 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1190th of 27321 | 2,189 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 744th of 35406 | 5,708 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 774th of 30306 | 4,310 |
Regional Popularity of "Hana" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2421st/2421 |
100.00% 2282nd/2282 |
- |
100.00% 2553rd/2553 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 1180th/1180 |
100.00% 1090th/1090 |
100.00% 1712th/1712 |
100.00% 983rd/983 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 775th/775 |
100.00% 632nd/632 |
100.00% 925th/925 |
100.00% 637th/637 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 840th/840 |
100.00% 569th/569 |
100.00% 1077th/1077 |
100.00% 605th/605 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hana" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.