Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Hannie

      Origin

      American

      Meaning

      Grace

      Variations

      Fannie, Hannes, Annie
      The name Hannie, originating from the United States, is derived from the American English language and holds the meaning of Grace. This name has a notable presence in both historical and modern contexts.

      In terms of historical usage, the name Hannie can be traced back to the early to mid-20th century. It gained popularity as a diminutive form of the name Hannah, a Hebrew name meaning favor or grace. The usage of Hannie as a given name became more prominent in the United States during this period, reflecting the cultural preference for shorter and more informal names. While the name Hannie may not have an extensive historical background or famous individuals associated with it, it remains a significant representation of American naming traditions during the mid-1900s.

      In modern-day usage, Hannie continues to be embraced as a distinctive and charming name. It appeals to individuals seeking a name that exudes elegance and grace while maintaining a sense of simplicity. The name Hannie is predominantly given to girls, reflecting a trend of contemporary parents favoring feminine and graceful names. Though not as widely used as some other popular names, Hannie persists as a choice that strikes a balance between tradition and individuality. It serves as a reminder of the rich and diverse naming landscape in American culture.

      Based on our records...

      Smith

      Smith

      This is the most common surname associated with Hannie.
      James

      James

      This is the most common name of those married to a Hannie.
      Mary

      Mary

      This is the most common name for a child of a Hannie.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1894 is when there were the most people born with the first name Hannie.

      Explore the origins of another name.