Hank: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced HANGK · 1 syllable
Hank means “God is gracious”, from English.
A diminutive of the given name Henry.
- Meaning
- God is gracious
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- HANGK
- US rank (2025)
- #413
- US babies a year
- about 727 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Hank?
Hank was the #413 name in the US in 2025, given to 776 babies. It’s rising: up 77% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #413 |
| Australia | #600 |
How old are people named Hank?
Half of US adults named Hank are older than 52; most are between 19 and 76. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Hank
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Hank
What does the name Hank mean?
Hank means “God is gracious”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Hank?
Hank is pronounced HANGK.
How popular is the name Hank?
Hank was the #413 name in the US in 2025, given to 776 babies. It’s rising: up 77% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Hank?
Half of US adults named Hank are older than 52. Most are between 19 and 76.