Hansel vs Sherry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hansel

Boy #1,666 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via German

Cultural Roots

German Swiss Austrian Nordic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,666
Total SSA Count
101
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Hansel Rank #1,666
Sherry Rank #32,353

Hansel is more popular, ranked #1666 vs #32353 for Sherry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hansel or Sherry more popular?

Hansel is more popular, ranked #1666 compared to Sherry at #32353 in the United States.

What do Hansel and Sherry mean?

Hansel means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via German origin). Sherry means "from Jerez (the wine region)" (English via Spanish origin).

Are Hansel and Sherry boy or girl names?

Hansel is primarily a boy name. Sherry is primarily a boy name.

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