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Origin: Finnish

Meaning: God is gracious

Hannu is a gender-neutral of Hebrew origin. This original choice means “God is gracious” and could be an excellent choice for parents who want to instill a sense of faith and culture in their little one. The name also has possible connections to the Finnish names Hannes or Johannes, often being used as a diminutive or nickname. But Hannu certainly stands firmly in its own right. Some notable namesakes include name Finnish athletes, from ice hockey player Hannu Tiovenen and soccer player Hannu Patronen, as well as the ancient Egyptian explorer Hannu.