Hananiah is an uncommon yet notable Hebrew male given name, derived from the elements "Han" meaning "grace" and "annah" meaning "answered." It is a variant of the name Hannah, which appears in the Old Testament as the mother of Samuel. Hananiah holds historical significance as it was borne by several figures in Jewish history, such as the High Priest who served during the reign of Nebuchadnezzar II. The name has also been used among Christians, with Saint Hananiah being venerated as one of the Three Holy Youths who were thrown into a fiery furnace but miraculously survived unharmed.
The name Hananiah experienced some fluctuations in popularity over the past two decades, with a total of 61 babies given this name between 2000 and 2022. There were peaks in recent years, particularly from 2019 onwards, indicating a growing trend in its usage as a baby name during this period.