UK girl's name
Hanadi
An Arabic feminine name meaning "tender" or "delicate flower".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2002. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Hanadi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Hanadi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2002 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4137, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2002 to 2002. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Hanadi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Hanadi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2003 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Hanadi ranked #4137 for girls in England and Wales in 2002, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2002, when 3 girls were registered as Hanadi.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hanadi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4137
2002
Births in 2002
3
Latest year
Peak year
2002
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Hanadi mean?
The name Hanadi has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, originating from the Arabic word "hana," which means "happiness" or "joy." This name gained prominence in the Middle East during the medieval period and has been used throughout the region for centuries.
Hanadi is believed to have derived from the Arabic name "Hana," which is a feminine form of the name "Hani," meaning "happy" or "joyful." The addition of the suffix "di" is a common practice in Arabic naming conventions, often used to create diminutive or endearing forms of names.
In Islamic literature and history, the name Hanadi is not extensively referenced, but it is possible that it was used among Arabic-speaking communities during the early Islamic era. However, no significant historical figures bearing this name have been widely documented in religious scriptures or ancient texts.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Hanadi can be traced back to the medieval period in the Middle East. One notable bearer of this name was Hanadi al-Ghassani, a 7th-century Arab poet and warrior from the Ghassanid kingdom in what is now modern-day Syria and Jordan.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Hanadi. One such figure was Hanadi al-Sharawi (1923-2009), an Egyptian Qur'an scholar and author who gained widespread recognition for her lectures and interpretations of Islamic teachings.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Hanadi Zakaria al-Hindawi (1954-1986), a Lebanese national and member of the Abu Nidal Organization, who was convicted for her role in the 1986 Berlin discotheque bombing.
In the realm of literature, Hanadi Al-Mufti (1936-2008) was a Syrian novelist and short story writer whose works explored themes of identity, social issues, and the struggles of women in the Arab world.
Additionally, Hanadi Jaida (born in 1964) is a Tunisian actress and director who has received critical acclaim for her performances in various films and television series, both in Tunisia and internationally.
Hanadi Mohanna (born in 1977) is a notable Lebanese writer and novelist, whose works often delve into themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships.
While the name Hanadi has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has gained popularity across various regions and communities, transcending its linguistic and cultural boundaries. However, it is essential to note that these examples are not exhaustive, and there may be other notable individuals bearing this name throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Hanadi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hanadi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4137 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Hanadi
- Hannah 67,635
- Holly 52,307
- Harriet 24,781
- Hollie 17,902
- Harper 15,784
- Heidi 12,675
- Hallie 9,873
- Hope 9,414
- Hayley 5,968
- Hazel 5,954
- Hanna 5,735
- Heather 5,497
FAQ
Hanadi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Hanadi in the UK right now?
In 2002, Hanadi was ranked #4137 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Hanadi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2002, with 3 babies registered as Hanadi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Hanadi?
An Arabic feminine name meaning "tender" or "delicate flower".
How many people are called Hanadi in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Hanadi across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.