Hannelore Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: HAN-eh-lor-eh /ˈhæn.ə.lɔː.ɹə/
Origin: German; Dutch
Meaning: German: God is gracious; Dutch: a combination of 'Hanna' and 'Lore'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hannelore is of German origin, derived from two components: "Hanna," which is a variant of the Hebrew name "Channah," meaning "grace" or "favor," and "Lore," which is a diminutive form of "Eleonore," itself derived from the Provençal name "Alienor." The Hebrew name Channah made its way into Greek as "Anna" and subsequently into Latin, influencing various European languages. The combination of these elements into Hannelore reflects a tradition of merging names to create unique identities in German-speaking regions, particularly during the 20th century.
Historically, the name Hannelore gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly in Germany, where it became associated with various cultural and literary figures. One notable instance is the use of the name in German literature and film, which often depicted strong female characters.
The name's components, Hanna and Lore, have been borne by numerous saints and biblical figures, including Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary, which has contributed to its enduring appeal in Christian contexts. Culturally, Hannelore embodies themes of grace and light, resonating with the values of kindness and favor in various traditions.
The name has also been linked to folklore and traditional narratives, where characters named Hannelore often symbolize resilience and virtue. Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Hanni" are sometimes used affectionately, reflecting a common practice in German naming conventions to create endearing variations of given names.
This combination of linguistic roots, historical significance, and cultural resonance has allowed Hannelore to maintain a meaningful presence in German-speaking cultures.
Fictional characters named Hannelore
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Hannelore is a fictional character from the webcomic Questionable Content. She is a prominent character known for her intelligence and complex relationships with other characters.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hannelore was first seen in the United States in 1929.
Hannelore has ranked as high as #1108 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Hannelore has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Hannelore is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Hannelore was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Hannelore
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Hannelore.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1929 | 6 |