Grace or favor
Chani is a Hebrew name, often considered a diminutive or variation of Channah (Hannah). It carries the connotation of grace or favor and has gained modern recognition through its use in science fiction literature.
About 11 girls were named Chani in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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