Hannah Herold

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Hannah Herold — grace, favor
70K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Hannah Herold is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Hannah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew Ḥannāh (חַנָּה), meaning "grace" or "favor." Mother of the prophet Samuel. The original form of Anne and Anna. The surname Herold: August Herold (1902–1973), German grape breeder Carl Herold (1848–1931), German politician Charles Hérold Jr. (born 1990), Haitian footballer Constantin Herold (1912–1984), Romanian multi-sport athlete David Herold (1842–1865), American conspirator in the Lincoln assassination Deborah Herold (born 1995), Indian cyclist Diana Herold (born 1974), German photomodel Don Herold (1889–1966), American humorist Else Herold (1906–1999), German pianist Felicia Herold (1915–2003), English actress Ferdinand Hérold (1791–1833), French composer Georg Herold (born 1947), German artist Gérard Hérold (1939–199. Hannah is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 70K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Hannah reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Hannah

Meaning: grace, favor

Hebrew

From the Hebrew Ḥannāh (חַנָּה), meaning "grace" or "favor." Mother of the prophet Samuel. The original form of Anne and Anna.

Surname: Herold

French

August Herold (1902–1973), German grape breeder Carl Herold (1848–1931), German politician Charles Hérold Jr. (born 1990), Haitian footballer Constantin Herold (1912–1984), Romanian multi-sport athlete David Herold (1842–1865), American conspirator in the Lincoln assassination Deborah Herold (born 1995), Indian cyclist Diana Herold (born 1974), German photomodel Don Herold (1889–1966), American humorist Else Herold (1906–1999), German pianist Felicia Herold (1915–2003), English actress Ferdinand Hérold (1791–1833), French composer Georg Herold (born 1947), German artist Gérard Hérold (1939–199.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Hannah is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 7%
Canada 9%
Brazil 11%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Hannah by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Hannah Herold

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Hannah Herold:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Hannah?
The first name Hannah originates from Hebrew. From the Hebrew Ḥannāh (חַנָּה), meaning "grace" or "favor." Mother of the prophet Samuel. The original form of Anne and Anna.
When was Hannah most popular?
The name Hannah reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Herold?
The surname Herold originates from French. August Herold (1902–1973), German grape breeder Carl Herold (1848–1931), German politician Charles Hérold Jr. (born 1990), Haitian footballer Constantin Herold (1912–1984), Romanian multi-sport athlete David Herold (1842–1865), American conspirator in the Lincoln assassination Deborah Herold (born 1995), Indian cyclist Diana Herold (born 1974), German photomodel Don Herold (1889–1966), American humorist Else Herold (1906–1999), German pianist Felicia Herold (1915–2003), English actress Ferdinand Hérold (1791–1833), French composer Georg Herold (born 1947), German artist Gérard Hérold (1939–199.
What are the origins of the name Hannah Herold?
The name Hannah Herold combines two different traditions: the first name Hannah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Herold originates from French.
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