Hans: Name day
Name day
Hans's name day is observed on June 24 in Estonia, Norway, and the USA, on August 29 in Sweden, and on December 27 in Finland.
Name background
Hans is a strong, classic male name with Germanic origins, meaning "God is gracious." It carries a grounded, reliable, and approachable mood, often evoking a sense of earnestness and tradition. Throughout history, it has been a common and well-respected name in many European countries, particularly in the German-speaking world. This name feels solid and enduring, suitable for someone with a quiet strength and a kind heart.
Name Day List: Hans
Country | Day | Month | Names |
Estonia | 24 | June | Johannes, Johan, Juhan, Juho, Jaan, Jan, Kanek, Janno, Jukk, Juss, Hannes, Annes, Hans, Ants |
Norway | 24 | June | Hans, Johannes, Jon |
USA | 24 | June | Hans, Giovanna, Giovanni, Ian, Ivan, Jan, Jana, Jean, Jeanette, Jeannette, Johan, John, Johnnie, Johnny, Juan, Juana, Juanita, Sean, Shana, Shane, Shanna, Yancy |
Sweden | 29 | August | Hampus, Hans |
Finland | 27 | December | Hannes, Hannu, Hans |