Hanoch is a Hebrew name and is pronounced in IPA as /hɑnɑχ/. The spelling of Hanoch follows the Hebrew alphabet, which does not have vowels written separately. As a result, the pronunciation of a name or word can vary depending on the reader's familiarity with the language. In Hanoch's case, the vowel sound in the middle is an "a" sound, but it is not written. Overall, spelling Hanoch with its Hebrew characters provides a more accurate representation of the original language and pronunciation.
The name "Hanoch" has Hebrew origins. It is derived from the Hebrew word "חֲנוֹךְ" which means "dedicated" or "initiated". In the Old Testament of the Bible, Hanoch was the name of several individuals, most notably Enoch, who was a righteous man taken by God without experiencing death. The name "Hanoch" has a rich biblical history and is still used as a given name in various cultures today.