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Hannah

Grace, favour

HAN-uh · Hebrew · Old Testament

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Meaning

Grace, favour

Also rendered as: Gracious.

From the Hebrew root ḥ-n-n, associated with grace and favour.

The Story Behind the Name

Hannah

1 Samuel 1-2

A woman of persistent prayer who longed for a child and later dedicated her son Samuel to lifelong service.

StrengthsPerseverance in prayer, honesty before God, generosity in giving.

Sharing a name with a biblical figure does not mean inheriting their story. These accounts are offered for reflection, not prediction.

Scripture

  • I prayed for this child, and the LORD has granted me what I asked of him.

    1 Samuel 1:27