Hannelore

The female first name Hannelore is a formerly popular German double form that combines the two names Hanne and Lore, thus stemming from two different sources. Hanne is a name of Hebrew origin, representing a German short form of the biblical name Johanna and interpreted as 'God is gracious', 'the charming one', 'the graceful one', or 'the gracious one'.

What does the name Hannelore mean?

The female first name Hannelore is a formerly popular German double form that combines the two names Hanne and Lore, thus stemming from two different sources. Hanne is a name of Hebrew origin, representing a German short form of the biblical name Johanna and interpreted as 'God is gracious', 'the charming one', 'the graceful one', or 'the gracious one'. Lore is considered a short form of the Old Provençal first name Eleonore, which in turn can be interpreted as 'God is my light' and 'the other', 'the foreigner', 'the merciful one', or 'the radiant one'. The name was a very popular girl's name in Germany from the 1920s to the mid-1950s. However, its popularity declined afterward, and today the name is rarely given. In the 20th century, several double forms with the name 'Hanne' were created in Germany, such as Hannelene, Hannelies, Hanneliese, Hannelotte, Hannegret, Hannedore, Hannemarie, and Hannerose. Notable bearers of the name include actresses Hannelore Hoger and Hannelore Elsner.

Where does the name Hannelore come from?

Etymology Hannelore is a female first name of Old French and Old Hebrew origin, meaning 'God is gracious' or 'God is my light'. Old French Old Hebrew

How do you pronounce Hannelore?

Sound & pronunciation of Hannelore: The name Hannelore is three to four syllables and melodically structured. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as 'Han-ne-lo-re' [ˈhanəloːʁə], with the middle syllable containing a long 'o' being stressed. The flowing vowel sequence creates a harmonious sound progression. Hannelore appears traditional and dignified - sonorous, friendly, and present.

When is the name day of Hannelore?

The name day of Hannelore is February 4, February 22, June 25, August 12, and October 20.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Hannelore ranked predominantly between the top 60 and top 95 from 1880 until World War I. Individual stronger years were 1900 (rank 58) and 1905 (rank 50). Overall, the name belonged to the solid upper midfield during this phase, without being part of the absolute top group. In the 1920s and 1930s, the name mostly fluctuated between the top 25 and top 40. 1926 (rank 25) as well as 1934 and 1939 (both rank 23) mark stronger placements.

Nicknames & pet names

Hammelohr / Hannchen / Hanne / Hannefanne / Hanneloritschka / Hannelorä / Hannelör / Hannerl / Hanni / Hannibunny / Hannilein / Hanny / Hähnchen / Lore / Lori / Lorli / Lörchen / Lörken

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Famous people

• Hannelore Baron (German artist)
• Hannelore Brenner-Wonschick (German writer)
• Hannelore Burosch (German handball player)
• Hannelore Cyrus (German historian)
• Hannelore Ehrenreich (doctor from Germany)
• Hannelore Elsner (actress)
• Hannelore Elstner (German actress)
• Hannelore Glaser-Franke (German skier)
• Hannelore Hanft (German table tennis player)
• Hannelore Hoger (actress)
• Hannelore Hradez (Austrian fencer)
• Hannelore Jacob (singer from Germany)
• Hannelore Knuts (model from Belgium)
• Hannelore Koch (German actress)
• Hannelore Kohl (wife of a German politician)
• Hannelore Kraft (German politician and Minister-President of North Rhine-Westphalia)
• Hannelore Marschall-Oehmichen (German voice actress)
• Hannelore Mattig (German racing cyclist)
• Hannelore Minkus (German actress)
• Hannelore Schmatz (German mountaineer)