Grace, mercy, or compassion
In Hebrew, Hanan is a masculine name meaning 'gracious'. However, as a feminine name, it is primarily Arabic, derived from the word for 'compassion' or 'tenderness'. It is often used to denote a kind and merciful spirit.
Less common today
Hanan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,595 in 2018.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Palestinian legislator and activist
Acclaimed Lebanese novelist
Egyptian actress and former ballerina
