Hana

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Pronounced HAH-nah /ˈhɑː.nə/High

Meaning: In Japanese, hana means flower or blossom; in Arabic and Hebrew, a variant of Hannah meaning grace or God has favored me; in Slavic languages a form of Anna; the Japanese floral meaning is most commonly citedHigh

In 30 seconds: A gentle two-syllable name meaning flower in Japanese and grace in Semitic languages, Hana is internationally beloved for its simplicity and the harmony it achieves across multiple cultural traditions.

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Origin HighJapanese, Hebrew, Arabic, Slavic

MeaningIn Japanese, hana means flower or blossom; in Arabic and Hebrew, a variant of Hannah meaning grace or God has favored me; in Slavic languages a form of Anna; the Japanese floral meaning is most commonly cited

U.S. rank (2025)#658 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births436 girls (0.02% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 13,004

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Hana is one of those rare names that has arisen independently in multiple cultures with compatible meanings. In Japanese, hana (花) means flower, and it has been a given name in Japan for centuries, often written with various kanji. In Arabic and Semitic languages, Hana is a variant of Hannah, from Hebrew Channah, meaning grace or God has favored me. In Slavic languages it is a form of Anna.

In the United States, Hana appeals both to families of Japanese descent who value its Japanese meaning and to those of Middle Eastern or Jewish heritage who see it as a form of Hannah. It has also attracted general use for its beautiful sound and meaning. The name has been rising in the United States and is popular in Japan, Korea, and across Arabic-speaking countries.

Did you know? In Japanese, hana (花) is one of the most poetically resonant words in the language — cherry blossoms in particular are called sakura no hana, and the brief, beautiful blooming of flowers is a central metaphor in Japanese aesthetics and philosophy.

Overall data confidence 88%

Behind the Name — Hana — etymology and cross-cultural notesU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

HannahAnaHanae

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If you like Hana…

Hannah— direct longer variant sharing the same Hebrew grace meaning

Nana— shares the same soft repetitive vowel sound and gentle feminine energy

Yuna— fellow short Japanese-influenced name with the same delicate, nature-adjacent appeal

Sana— shares the same short, multicultural -ana structure and gentle floral resonance

Frequently Asked

What does the name Hana mean?

Hana means flower in Japanese, and grace or God has favored me in Arabic and Hebrew (as a variant of Hannah).

How do you pronounce Hana?

It is said HAH-nah /ˈhɑː.nə/ — two syllables with stress on the first.

Is Hana a Japanese name?

Hana is indeed a Japanese given name meaning flower. It is also independently a form of Hannah in Arabic and Slavic languages.

What is the difference between Hana and Hannah?

Hana is a shorter, more international spelling that looks Japanese or modern; Hannah is the traditional Hebrew spelling. Both can share the same grace meaning.