Grace of the Lord; pleasant
Haniah is a rare Hebrew name that shares roots with Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' In some contexts, it is also associated with the Arabic word for 'pleasant' or 'happy.' It offers a unique alternative to more common biblical names while retaining a traditional spiritual depth.
Less common today
Haniah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,027 in 2013.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
