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Hansel

The name Hansel is of German origins and it is traditionally used by parents who are looking for a name for their son. It has been taken from the name Hans, which is a diminutive form of the Medieval Latin name Johannes, which is in turn derived from the Hebrew name Yehochanan, meaning ‘God is gracious’. Hansel is a variant of the name Hans, and means ‘little Hans’. According to these origins, the meaning of Hansel is ‘God is gracious’ and ‘little Hans’. The name finds itself being mentioned in the popular children’s fairy tale, ‘Hansel And Gretel’.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

God is gracious

Origin

German diminutive of Hans

Numerology

H is for humble, a saintly quality.

A is for accepting, your forgiving nature.

N is for nice, need I say more?

S is for success, in all you will do.

E is for enchant, for enchant you will.

L is for loyalty, that you show.

Lucky

Hansel lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Famous People Named Hansel

  • Moira Forbes journalist, member of Forbes family
  • Moira Lister de Gachassin Lafite, Vicomtesse d’Orthez, South African,British actress
  • Moira Shearer (King) Lady Kennedy, British ballerina
  • Hansel Robles Dominican baseball pitcher
  • Hansel Mieth German,American photojournalist for Life magazine
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