Hanns is a strong and traditional male name with German origins. It is pronounced as "hahns" (/hans/) in German. The name Hanns is a variant of the more commonly known Hans. In the United States, Hanns has been less common, with only 5 occurrences in 1969, ranking at 4405. This name carries associations of strength and resilience, making it a timeless choice for parents seeking a classic and distinguished name for their baby boy.
| Hanns Eisler was an Austrian and German composer known for East Germany's national anthem, film scores, and collaborations with Bertolt Brecht. |
| Hanns Petersen was a German baritone, popular singer and music professor known for his opera performances and Schlager music. |
| Hanns Martin Schleyer was a German business leader and SS officer who headed two major employer and industry organizations. |
| Hanns Christian Löhr - Hanns Christian Loehr is a German historian. |
| Hanns Zischler is a German actor, director, and writer. |
| Hanns Jelinek was an Austrian composer of Czech descent who also wrote under several pseudonyms, including Hanns Elin. |
| Hanns Malissa was an Austrian chemist who wrote about 250 scientific papers and several books on analytical and environmental chemistry. |
| Hanns Seidel was a German politician who led Bavaria from 1957 to 1960 and chaired the Christian Social Union. |
| Hanns von Meyenburg was a Swiss pathologist. |
| Hanns Lilje was a German Lutheran bishop and a pioneer of the ecumenical movement. |
| Hanns Horst Heise was a Luftwaffe lieutenant colonel awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross during World War II. |
| Hanns Joachim Friedrichs, known as Hajo, was a German journalist. |
| Hanns Lothar was a German actor who appeared in 36 films and was the father of actress Susanne Lothar. |
| Hanns Ernst Jäger - Hanns Ernst Jager was a German actor who appeared in over 50 films and television shows from 1958 to 1972. |
| Hanns Thaddaus Hoyer was a German painter whose work featured in the art competition at the 1928 Summer Olympics. |