Gracious
Hanz is a variant of Hans, which is the German and Scandinavian diminutive of Johannes. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, signifying that God has been merciful or gracious. While Hans is a staple European classic, the 'z' spelling is a rare, modern variation.
Less common today
Hanz isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,228 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the video game series 'The King of Fighters' · The King of Fighters
American rapper and affiliate of the Wu-Tang Clan
