Middle names for Hannah – how to choose a middle name that goes with Hannah.
Hannah is a beautiful, popular, Biblical girl’s name. It means “grace,” which couldn’t be more fitting for a darling baby girl!
But, it’s also one of the most popular names for girls which means there are a ton of Hannahs out there!
Which makes picking the perfect middle name to stand out so much more challenging! Hence this project… to help us all come up with BRILLIANT middle names for our Hannahs!
Popularity of the Name Hannah
Hannah has been one of the most popular girl names for decades. Though it is still well-liked, it has dropped in recent years.
It reached its highest point of popularity back in the year 2000 as the second most popular name. Since then it has drifted slowly out of the top 10 and now just barely scrapes into the top 50 at number 47.
What does this mean for you? While there are probably a lot of Hannahs out there, your little one will probably be the only one in their class!
The Meaning of the Name Hannah
The name Hannah means ‘grace of God’.
Hannah is a great Biblical name and comes from the Old Testament. Hannah was barren and prayed for many years to have a child. Her prayer was answered when she gave birth to her son, Samuel, who she dedicated to the Lord as a child and he became a priest.
Popular Middle Names for Hannah
Middle names tend to follow a bit of a trend. They’re usually:
- names that have been used commonly over the decades
- names that aren’t particularly popular as first names
- NOT the latest trendy darling name inspired by social media or the rich and famous
Is it surprising that while we’ve embraced new names like Mackenna and Kinsley for girls, we haven’t really shifted over to interesting and exciting middle names?
Here are the most common girl middle names that all sound lovely with Hannah:
- Hannah Louise
- Hannah Rose
- Hannah Grace
- Hannah Jane
- Hannah Elizabeth
- Hannah Anne/Ann
- Hannah May / Mae
- Hannah Marie
- Hannah Mary
- Hannah Amy
- Hannah Catherine
- Hannah Victoria
- Hannah Kate
If you don’t want to choose something as common as these, keep reading for the master list of Hannah middle names!
More Middle Names the Go With Hannah
- Hannah Abigail
- Hannah Adelaide
- Hannah Adele
- Hannah Agatha
- Hannah Alice
- Hannah Alicia
- Hannah Althea
- Hannah Amelia
- Hannah Amity
- Hannah Ashley
- Hannah Astrid
- Hannah Audrey
- Hannah Bea
- Hannah Beatrice
- Hannah Bernice
- Hannah Bethany
- Hannah Beverley
- Hannah Blaire
- Hannah Blanche
- Hannah Blythe
- Hannah Bridget
- Hannah Brooke
- Hannah Caroline
- Hannah Cecily
- Hannah Celia
- Hannah Charlotte
- Hannah Chloe
- Hannah Claire
- Hannah Coral
- Hannah Danae
- Hannah Daphne
- Hannah Dawn
- Hannah Deborah
- Hannah Dorothy
- Hannah Eden
- Hannah Edith
- Hannah Eloise
- Hannah Emily
- Hannah Erin
- Hannah Estelle
- Hannah Evangeline
- Hannah Faith
- Hannah Felicity
- Hannah Fern
- Hannah Fleur
- Hannah Florence
- Hannah Frances
- Hannah Gabriela
- Hannah Gaylene
- Hannah Genevieve
- Hannah Gertrude
- Hannah Gillian
- Hannah Giselle
- Hannah Gweneth
- Hannah Gwynne
- Hannah Imogene
- Hannah Irene
- Hannah Isabel
- Hannah Ivy
- Hannah Jacqueline
- Hannah Jade
- Hannah Jasmine
- Hannah Jewel
- Hannah Joan
- Hannah Jolene
- Hannah Josephine
- Hannah Joyce
- Hannah Juliana
- Hannah June
- Hannah Justine
- Hannah Katelyn
- Hannah Kay
- Hannah Kirsten
- Hannah Kirsty
- Hannah Kristen
- Hannah Kristine
- Hannah Lauren
- Hannah Leah
- Hannah Leanne
- Hannah Lesley
- Hannah Liesl
- Hannah Lillian
- Hannah Lois
- Hannah Louisa
- Hannah Louise
- Hannah Lucy
- Hannah Lydia
- Hannah Macy
- Hannah Madeleine
- Hannah Madison
- Hannah Marcey
- Hannah Margaret
- Hannah Marion
- Hannah Mary-Ann
- Hannah Meghan
- Hannah Meredith
- Hannah Michelle
- Hannah Minerva
- Hannah Miranda
- Hannah Naomi
- Hannah Narelle
- Hannah Natalie
- Hannah Odette
- Hannah Olivia
- Hannah Ophelia
- Hannah Paige
- Hannah Pansy
- Hannah Pearl
- Hannah Philippa
- Hannah Phoebe
- Hannah Piper
- Hannah Poppy
- Hannah Rachael
- Hannah Rachel
- Hannah Rebecca
- Hannah Regina
- Hannah Renée
- Hannah Rosalyn
- Hannah Rue
- Hannah Sarah
- Hannah Sela
- Hannah Shay
- Hannah Shirley
- Hannah Sibyl
- Hannah Simone
- Hannah Sky
- Hannah Susan
- Hannah Tamara
- Hannah Teresa
- Hannah Tracey
- Hannah Unice
- Hannah Valerie
- Hannah Verity
- Hannah Victoria
- Hannah Violet
- Hannah Virginia
- Hannah Vivian
- Hannah Wanda
- Hannah Willa
- Hannah Willow
- Hannah Wynne
- Hannah Yasmin
- Hannah Yvette
- Hannah Yvonne
- Hannah Zara
- Hannah Zinnia
- Hannah Zoe
Variations of the Name Hannah
If you don’t love the spelling “Hannah”, you might also like to try these variations:
Hana
Hanna
Hannah’s Nicknames
Considering nicknames for your favorite name choice is always a good idea to make sure it won’t clash with your chosen middle name or your surname. Here are some of the most common nicknames for Hannah:
Hanny
Han
Nana
Similar Names to Hannah
If you love the name Hannah, but it’s just not quite right, here are some similar names that might work better for you:
- Jannah
- Lana
- Nana
- Hosanna
- Lianna
- Joanna
- Anna
- Johanna
- Johana
Famous Hannahs You Should Know About
Hannah is a name that’s got history, so there’s lots of famous people to choose from. It’s also enjoyed huge popularity.
Hannah Simone – actress
Hannah Murray – actress
Hannah Louise Spearritt – actress and singer
Hannah Storm (Hannah Lynn Storen) – TV sports journalist
First Names that Work With Hannah as a Middle Name
If you decide you don’t want to make Hannah the first name for your baby girl, you can always keep it as a middle name. These beautiful names all sound lovely with Hannah as a middle name:
Lily Hannah
Sage Hannah
Elizabeth Hannah
Emily Hannah
Ruth Hannah
Paisley Hannah
Scarlett Hannah
Avery Hannah
Charlotte Hannah
Evelyn Hannah
How to Choose a Middle Name
Choosing a middle name for your child is a significant choice. The only way to ensure you get it right is to keep trying – test out every name on the list and make a list of your favorites.
Here’s what you need to think about when making your decision:
- Consider the sound of your first and last names while selecting a middle name; you want one that flows freely without creating any unnatural pauses or combinations.
- Consider the length and number of syllables of the name you’re thinking of. Hannah has two syllables so is very flexible when it comes to choosing a middle name – it will go well with one, two, three or more syllable names.
- consider the end sound of the first name (for Hannah it’s -ah). A name starting with this sound might not be the best choice. Try names that start with consonants or names that start with vowels for a softer sound.
Sibling Names for Hannah
Girls: Sarah, Emma, Elizabeth, Abigail, Emily, Olivia, Grace, Rachel
Boys: Elijah, Isaac, Nathan, Samuel, Noah, Joseph, Joshua, Jacob
Where to Find Inspiration for Middle Names
Choosing a middle name for your kid might be difficult, but there are many possibilities to consider. Begin your search at these locations if you’re looking for something traditional or modern:
1) Your Family Tree – look through the names in your family. There may be some fantastic surnames that would make an excellent middle name! You might select a name to honor a relative you like, or you may go modern and pick an intriguing maternal surname from one of your female ancestors for your Hannah.
2) Baby Name Lists (Like This One) – check blogs, websites, baby name books for more ideas. Check out the baby name forums on Reddit and What to Expect to see whether you can discover a potential winner. You never know when or where the ideal name will appear.
3) Raid Pop Culture – What are your favorite character names from TV shows, TV series, movies, or novels? What are your favorite actor’s names? There’s no need to be bashful about using your favorite entertainment as a source for a great name.
What to Consider When Choosing a Middle Name
So, you’ve got a lot of strong possibilities for Hannah’s middle name. What now? What factors should you consider before making a final selection?
Here are some recommendations for the ultimate test of your middle name possibilities:
1) Check to see if the name sounds good with Hannah and your family name.2) Make sure your little one’s initials don’t make any unfortunate acronyms.
2) Make sure the name flows – can you pronounce it correctly and easily? Can you picture calling your Hannah to come here right away, using all three names? 😀
(3) It fits your style and the goal you’re aiming for.