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Name Origin

Hannes is a German given name, a diminutive form of Johannes, which means 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.

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Famous People

Hannes Alfvén (1908-1995)

Plasma physicist

  • Nobel Prize in Physics (1970)
  • Pioneer in the field of magnetohydrodynamics
  • Developed theories on auroras and cosmic rays

Hannes Kolehmainen (1898-1967)

Cross-country skier

  • Three Olympic gold medals
  • Four World Championship titles