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Hans
Hans is a Germanic name meaning 'God is gracious,' derived from 'Johannes.' It carries a sense of strength and reliability, often associated with a friendly and warm personality. People named Hans are often seen as dependable friends and creative thinkers.
Key Stats
| Total births | 15,682 |
| Gender | Male (60% / 40%) |
| Peak year | 1970 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 23%CA — 22%MN — 19%WI — 19%IL — 17%
Notable People
Hans Christian Andersen (Author, *Fairy Tales*) · Hans Zimmer (Composer, *The Lion King*) · Hans Albrecht Bethe (Physicist, Nobel Prize winner) · Hans Lippershey (Inventor of the telescope) · Hans Asperger (Pediatrician, namesake of Asperger syndrome)
Nicknames & Diminutives
HanselHansi
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