Names That Mean Hans

  1. Hence
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Hans or Heinrich, German
    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious; estate ruler"
    • Description:

      Not an adverb baby name, but an international nickname for Hans and Heinrich.
  2. Hanson
    • Origin:

      Scandinavian
    • Meaning:

      "son of Hans"
    • Description:

      More familiar and melodic to the American ear than either Hans or Hansen, and some might attach it to the three-brother pop-rock band called Hanson.

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