Female and male names starting with the letter "H" .
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HALIMA
FeminineArabic name meaning 'gentle' or 'tender', made famous in Islamic history as the wet-nurse of Prophet Muhammad.
HALIMAH
FeminineArabic name derived from "halima", meaning "gentle" or "tender". It is associated with Halimah sa'dia, one of the Prophet Muhammad's wives known for her kindness and generosity.
HALIMATOU
FeminineAfrican name of Nigerian origin, meaning "Let's hope for calmness," reflecting the wish for tranquility in one's life.
HALIME
FeminineArabic-origin name meaning 'gentle' or 'kind', reflecting the qualities of kindness and compassion embodied by Halima, the revered wet nurse of Prophet Muhammad.
HALIMO
FeminineAfrican origin female name with Swahili roots, meaning "Abundant Waters" symbolizing fertility and renewal.
HALINA
FeminineSlavic feminine given name derived from Polish, translating to 'made of salt'.
HALINE
FeminineGreek feminine given name derived from 'hals', meaning 'sea', suggesting 'of the sea' or 'born of the sea'. It's associated with ancient Greek Nereids and coastal cities, making it a rare yet captivating choice rich in historical and cultural heritage.
HALIT
MasculineTurkish boy's name that means 'courtesy' or 'good manners'.
HALIYAH
FeminineUnique Arabic girls' name derived from "halal," meaning permissible or allowed, gaining popularity worldwide despite its Islamic roots.
HALL
MasculineEnglish origin, dating back to the Middle Ages, derived from 'halh' meaning 'hall' or 'house', often associated with individuals who lived in grand houses or held prestigious positions.
HALLA
FeminineIcelandic name derived from Old Norse 'hálr', meaning 'neck'. It has a rich history and significant meanings in Icelandic culture.
HALLAH
FeminineArabic name meaning "beauty" or "elegance," popular among Muslims since ancient times and believed to bring good fortune.
HALLARD
MasculineAnglo-Saxon male given name meaning "strength" or "brave", derived from Old English "heall" and "-hard".
HALLE
FeminineGerman-origin name meaning "resident of a hall", first recorded in England during the late 19th century. It has gained popularity due to celebrities like Halle Berry, but its strength and uniqueness make it appealing regardless of heritage or trends.
HALLE
MasculineDistinctive given name of German origin, meaning "rock" or "stone," associated with strength and steadfastness. Once primarily a surname in medieval Germany, it's now popular for both boys and girls in English-speaking countries. Actress Halle Berry shares this name, though she was named after the German city of Halle.
HALLEE
FeminineRare French female name meaning "called out" or "hailed," originally used as a nickname for those with loud voices.
HALLEH
FemininePersian name meaning 'beautiful', traditionally bestowed upon daughters in Iran.
HALLEI
FeminineHebrew name meaning "praise," reflecting its origin from the Hebrew word "halel.
HALLEIGH
FeminineRare, distinctive English name meaning 'whole woodland clearing.'
HALLEL
FeminineHebrew name meaning 'to praise', used in the Bible to describe praising God. It's often associated with psalms of praise, like those in the Book of Psalms (113-118). Traditionally given to both boys and girls, Hallel has gained popularity as a unisex name in recent years.
HALLELI
FeminineUnique Hebrew given name meaning 'praise' or 'praising one', derived from the verb 'halel', with strong religious significance.
HALLELUJAH
FeminineHebrew-derived name meaning "Praise Yah," popularized by Leonard Cohen's iconic song of the same name, while retaining its deep roots in Jewish tradition.
HALLEMA
FeminineHebrew name meaning "praise" or "song of praise," rarely used but unique and spiritually meaningful.
HALLENE
FeminineRare Scandinavian female name derived from the Old Norse 'Hálfdan', meaning 'half Danish'.
HALLET
MasculineRare French surname derived from Occitan, meaning "stutterer" or "one who stutters". It was likely given as a nickname to someone with speech difficulties or used for jesters who intentionally stuttered for comedic effect.
HALLETT
MasculineRare English given name derived from the Old English word "hal", meaning healthy, combined with "-ett". It evolved from various Germanic names like Halti or Hildric.
HALLEY
FeminineEnglish name originally derived from 'Hall', signifying 'from the hall'.
HALLEY
MasculineUncommon English girls' name derived from the surname Haley, once given to barrel makers, and has gained popularity due to its association with Sir Edmond Halley, the renowned astronomer whose comet bears his name.
HALLI
FeminineUncommon Norse name derived from 'hali', meaning 'halcyon' or kingfisher, symbolizing peace and tranquility.
HALLIE
FeminineAmerican feminine given name of recent popularity, derived from the English surname 'Hally', meaning 'dweller by the sea'.
HALLIE
MasculineEnglish name derived from 'Halle', meaning 'holy' or 'hallow'. It gained popularity through the character Halle Ernhardt in 'The Waltons' but has been used since the late 19th century.
HALLIS
MasculineRare Greek name meaning 'to leap' or 'jump', originally attributed to the god Apollo in ancient Greek texts.
HALLOW
FeminineEnglish origin, meaning 'saint' or 'holy', derived from the Old English word 'hālignac'. It was often used in medieval times to denote individuals seen as sacred or set apart for divine service.
HALLY
MasculineIrish name with a strong meaning, derived from the surname O'Halloran, meaning "descendant of the sun champion.
HALLY
FeminineIrish given name derived from the surname O'Halloran, meaning "descendant of Hallorán," itself originating from Old Norse Hálfdan, meaning "halve the Danes.
HALLYE
FeminineIrish origin given name, derived from "Halye" meaning "stranger" or "foreigner".
HALO
MasculineGreek-origin unisex name meaning 'to shine' or 'be brilliant', inspired by the halos in art depicting divine beings. It was popular in ancient Greece for children born under Leo and among medieval Christians honoring their faith. Today, it's chosen for its uniqueness and historical depth. Notable Halo-bearers include actress Halo Wines and singer-songwriter Halo David.
HALO
FeminineDistinctive given name of Greek origin, meaning "circle" or "disk," symbolizing holiness and purity.
HALOA
MasculineRare Hawaiian name meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful', symbolizing harmony and balance.
HALONA
FeminineUnique Hawaiian name meaning 'seaside' or 'beach', derived from the word "halo". It has historical significance, including being the home of the goddess Nawahine in Hawaiian mythology.