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Han

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Pronounced HAHN /ˈhɑn/Medium

Meaning: A short form of Hannah ('grace; favor', Hebrew); also a Korean/Chinese element and surname; used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Grace: Han is a short form of Hannah. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (said 'HAHN').
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Origin LowHebrew, Korean
MeaningA short form of Hannah ('grace; favor', Hebrew); also a Korean/Chinese element and surname; used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#10393 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2003
Total births (all-time)≈ 646

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200319772025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Han is a short form of Hannah ('grace; favor', Hebrew); also a Korean/Chinese element and surname (routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'HAHN').

In the U.S. it appears as a short form and a Korean name. Rare, grace at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Han is a short form of Hannah ('grace') — also a Korean/Chinese element and surname — a crisp name, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'HAHN').
Overall data confidence 26%
References — Han — nickname; unisex; routes layered

Variations

HanaHannHanh

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Han mean?

Han is a short form of Hannah ('grace'); also a Korean/Chinese element; used for both sexes; here for a girl. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Han?

It's said HAHN /hn/ — one syllable.

Is Han a boy or girl name?

Han is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Han?

Han is a very rare name in the U.S.

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