Hannah
Americannoun
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(in the Bible) the mother of Samuel.
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a female given name: from a Hebrew word meaning “grace.”
noun
Example Sentences
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Hannah Einbinder of “Hacks” stars as Kris, an indie-film director tasked to reboot a flailing horror franchise in the vein of “Friday the 13th.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026
Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton earned the Golden Glove trophy, having kept eight clean sheets in 19 appearances.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
"Pressures on public services are rising," says Hannah White from the IFG.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer in a European-set, action-packed buddy series?
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Hannah gives me prayer hands with a smile and watery eyes.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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