Hannah
Girl name · 11,299 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Hannah: 11,299 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 505 births in 1994.
Hannah is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from Channah, meaning "grace" or "favour." In the Old Testament, Hannah was the mother of the prophet Samuel, who prayed earnestly for a child; her story has made the name a symbol of devotion and answered prayers. Famous bearers include the American actress Hannah Waddingham, known for her role in *Ted Lasso*, and the 18th-century British potter Hannah Barlow, a pioneering female ceramic artist. The name also appears in the form of Anna, its Latin and Greek variant, and shares its root with the Scottish name Annabel. Hannah has been a consistently popular choice in Scotland for decades, beloved for its timeless, gentle elegance.
Girl 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1994505 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #6464 babies
- Total births
- 11,299since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 46%vs prior 5y