How Many People Are Named Hansel?
Complete statistics for the name Hansel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Hansel, a very rare male name, is held by just 2,403 people in the US, making up 1 in 137,330 Americans. That's pretty unique! It's also a rising trend, peaking in 2021 with 134 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 49All 3,534 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2021Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Hansel Through the Generations
Hansel has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger parents. With 44% of those named Hansel being under 30, it's clear this name is gaining traction with a new generation. The average age of people named Hansel is 49, indicating a relatively recent surge in usage, with the peak year being 2021 when 134 babies were given this name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Hansel's German roots
📄 About the Name Hansel
How Many People Have the Name Hansel?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,562 people in the United States currently share the name Hansel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 93,051 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Hansel a Common or Rare Name?
Hansel is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Hansel Mean?
Hansel means "Germanic origin, meaning 'little man'" and comes from German origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Hansel in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Hansel Most Popular?
The name Hansel reached peak popularity in 2021, with 134 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Hansel?
Approximately 3,562 people named Hansel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,562. That works out to roughly 1 in 93,051 Americans.
Is Hansel a rare name?
Hansel is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 93,051 Americans has this name.
What does the name Hansel mean?
Hansel means "Germanic origin, meaning 'little man'" and comes from German origins.
Is Hansel more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Hansel are male and 0% are female.
When was Hansel most popular?
Hansel peaked in 2021 with 134 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.