Hansel
HAN-sel
Popularity
#1661
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
3,534
Peak Year
#134 in 2021
First Recorded
1905
Style
Vintage, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A diminutive of Johannes, the Germanic form of John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Hansel Robles
Dominican professional baseball pitcher
Hansel & Gretel
Characters in famous Brothers Grimm fairy tale
Personality Traits
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