Boy Name
Hansel
"German diminutive of Hans (John), meaning God is gracious."
Ranked #1661 for boys
About the Name Hansel
Meaning
German diminutive of Hans (John), meaning God is gracious.
Origin
German/HebrewGender
Boy
First Letter
HBoy Rank
#1661
Hansel is a boy name of German/Hebrew origin. The name means "German diminutive of Hans (John), meaning God is gracious." and Currently ranked #1661 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with H or explore other German/Hebrew names.
Popularity Over Time
#179 1950
#148 1960
#118 1970
#209 1980
#246 1990
#261 2000
#684 2010
#538 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Hansel
- H( Hansel (character from Hansel and Gretel fairytale)