US Popularity Rank: 7973

Origin: Norwegian

Meaning: Son of Hans

Steeped in history, Hansen is a great choice to honor your little one's Scandinavian heritage. Both a given name and a surname, Hans has a selection of origins, including German, Norse, Danish, and Norwegian. It means "son of Hans" and was the most popular surname in Norway in the year 2000. It has a selection of variations, including Hanson, which some might recognize from the American pop band Hanson, who named their band after their family name and are most known for their hit song MMMBop. Perhaps your little Hansen will also thrive to make their mark on the world with their charming moniker.