Honus as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Honus

What is the meaning of the name Honus ?

The baby name Honus is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈhoʊnəs/ (HOH-nəs).

Honus is Dutch, German in Origin.

Honus is a German‑American diminutive of Johannes, the German form of John, that arose in Pennsylvania German dialect (often parallel to Hannes). Ultimately it traces to Hebrew Yochanan, meaning “Yahweh is gracious” or “God is gracious.” The spelling reflects a dialectal rendering of Hannes among German speakers in the U.S., giving the distinctive Honus.

The name’s public profile comes from baseball legend Honus Wagner (born Johannes Peter Wagner, 1874–1955), which anchored Honus in early 20th‑century Americana while remaining rare as a legal given name. Related forms include Johannes, Johann, Hans, Hannes, Hansel, Jan (Dutch), Jens (Scandinavian), Ian (Scottish), and John; feminine counterparts are Johanna and Jane. Usage today is uncommon, lending Honus a vintage, heritage-rich sound with a clear meaning and an athletic association.

⚙ We can't find Honus in any of the birth registries or name datasets we track. Names like this are usually very rare, tied to a particular region or tradition, or freshly invented. However you look at it, very few people share it.