Hanni vs Zelma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zelma

Girl #6,713 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"helmet of God, divine protection"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,713
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Zel, Zellie, Elma

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hanni Rank #6,667
Zelma Rank #6,713

Hanni is more popular, ranked #6667 vs #6713 for Zelma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hanni ___

  • Hanni Rose
  • Hanni Marie
  • Hanni Grace
  • Hanni Louise
  • Hanni Elisabeth
  • Hanni Miriam

Zelma ___

  • Zelma Marie
  • Zelma Louise
  • Zelma Ann
  • Zelma Grace
  • Zelma Jean
  • Zelma Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hanni

Leah Miriam Elias Samuel Rachel

If you choose Zelma

Velma Thelma Alma Elna Mabel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hanni or Zelma more popular?

Hanni is more popular, ranked #6667 compared to Zelma at #6713 in the United States.

What do Hanni and Zelma mean?

Hanni means "grace, favor of God" (Hebrew origin). Zelma means "helmet of God, divine protection" (Germanic origin).

Are Hanni and Zelma boy or girl names?

Hanni is primarily a girl name. Zelma is primarily a girl name.

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