Bible Dictionary

Hanniel

The name Hanniel means “grace or mercy of God”.

Easton's Bible Dictionary 1897

Grace of God. (1.) A chief of the tribe of Manasseh (Num. 34:23). (2.) A chief of the tribe of Asher (1 Chr. 7:39).

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia 1915

han'-i-el (channi'el "grace of God"):

(1) The son of Ephod and a prince of Manasseh who assisted in dividing Canaan among the tribes (Nu 34:23).

(2) A son of Ulla and a prince and hero of the tribe of Asher (1Ch 7:39); the King James Version "Haniel."