Hananiah

Hananiah is a Hebrew name meaning "Yah (God) has favored" or "God is gracious". It is a theophoric name, incorporating a reference to the Hebrew God.

Biblical Significance:

Hananiah appears multiple times in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament), referring to several different individuals:

• One of Daniel's companions: One of the three friends of Daniel who were thrown into the fiery furnace for refusing to worship the golden image of Nebuchadnezzar (Daniel 1-3). He is also known by his Babylonian name, Shadrach.
• A son of Zerubbabel: Listed in the genealogy of Zerubbabel in the Book of Chronicles (1 Chronicles 3:19).
• A perfumer: Mentioned in the Book of Nehemiah as being involved in the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem (Nehemiah 3:8).
• Other individuals: Several other individuals named Hananiah are listed in the Old Testament, including priests, musicians, and officials.

Other Uses:

Beyond the biblical figures, Hananiah can be found as a personal name in Jewish communities throughout history.