Hanns

Meaning of Hanns

Hanns is a strong and traditional male name with German origins. It is pronounced as "hahns" (/hans/) in German. The name Hanns is a variant of the more commonly known Hans. In the United States, Hanns has been less common, with only 5 occurrences in 1969, ranking at 4405. This name carries associations of strength and resilience, making it a timeless choice for parents seeking a classic and distinguished name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

German

  • Pronunced as hahns (/hans/)

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Notable People Named Hanns

Hanns Eisler was a renowned German-Austrian composer known for his national anthem of East Germany and his collaborations with Bertolt Brecht.
Hanns-Herbert Schulz, also known as Hanns Petersen, was a versatile German opera singer and music college teacher, renowned for his performances in popular music and opera, as well as for his teaching career at prestigious music colleges.
Hanns Martin Schleyer - Hans "Hanns" Martin Schleyer was a prominent German business executive and industry representative who became a target for radical elements in the 1970s due to his conservative views and past involvement with the Nazi student movement and SS.
Hanns Christian Löhr is a German historian.
Hanns Zischler is a prolific German actor recognized for his roles in Steven Spielberg's Munich and the 1996 pilot movie Der Clown.
Hanns Jelinek, an Austrian composer of Czech descent, is also known by the pseudonyms Hanns Elin, H. J. Hirsch, and Jakob Fidelbogen.
Hanns Malissa was an Austrian analytical chemist and environmental chemist known for publishing numerous scientific papers and books.
Hanns Seidel - Franz Wendelin "Hanns" Seidel was a prominent German politician who held the position of Minister-President of Bavaria from 1957 to 1960 and played a significant role in the Christian Social Union of Bavaria.
Hanns von Meyenburg was a Swiss pathologist.
Hanns Lilje - Johannes (Hanns) Ernst Richard Lilje was a German Lutheran bishop and a pioneer of the ecumenical movement.
Hanns Horst Heise was a highly decorated Oberstleutnant in the Luftwaffe during World War II and a recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross for extreme battlefield bravery and successful military leadership.
Hanns Joachim Friedrichs - Hanns Joachim "Hajo" Friedrichs was a renowned German journalist.
Hanns Lothar was a German film actor known for his appearances in 36 films between 1948 and 1966, and he was the father of actress Susanne Lothar.
Hanns Ernst Jäger was a prolific German actor known for his appearances in over 50 films and television shows from 1958 to 1972.
Hanns Hoyer - Hanns Thaddäus Hoyer was a German painter whose work was featured in the art competition at the 1928 Summer Olympics.
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