Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "H" - page 12.
Hanniel
Hebrew name meaning "God is gracious," derived from "hanan" (gracious) and "El" (God), first appearing in the Bible as one of seven angels presenting prayers to God.
Harnoor
Enchanting Indian Punjabi name meaning "Joyous Light".
Hasset
Uncommon Arabic-origin name meaning "to be in haste" or "to hurry," popularized by Ernest Hemingway's novel "The Sun Also Rises.
Hastings
English name derived from "Hastinges", meaning "from the settlement of Hæsta". It gained prominence after the Battle of Hastings in 1066 and is still used today as both a given name and surname, without any specific symbolic meaning beyond its historical origins.
Hava
Hebrew name meaning 'life', derived from the word 'chayyah' and significant in Jewish tradition as the wife of Adam in Genesis.
Heart
English given name derived from the word 'heart', signifying love, courage, and passion; it became popular in the mid-20th century.
Heavenleigh
English girl's name comprising 'heaven' and '-leigh', signifying a spiritual connection to a peaceful, divine realm.
Heilyn
Welsh name derived from Heledd, meaning "sacred" or "holy.
Herlinda
Spanish female name derived from 'hermosa' (beautiful) combined with '-linda', signifying lovely or charming, thus translating to 'beautifully lovely'.
Hestia
Rare yet captivating female name with deep roots in Greek mythology, derived from 'hestia', meaning 'hearth' or 'fireplace', and symbolizing home, family, and domestic life.
Hezekiyah
Originating from Hebrew, the name Hezekiah signifies 'God will counsel', composed of 'hezek' meaning 'counsel' and 'yah' meaning 'God'. It was borne by several biblical figures, notably King Hezekiah of Judah.
Hodaya
Unique Hebrew name meaning 'praise' or 'gratitude', derived from the root verb 'hoda'ah'. It holds profound significance in Jewish culture, representing thanksgiving towards God. With biblical roots and global popularity, Hodaya transcends cultural boundaries, appealing to those who appreciate its unique sound and meaningful essence.
Honour
English female given name derived from the Old French word 'honor', meaning "respect or admiration". It became popular during the Middle Ages as a reflection of high regard, though it's now quite rare.
Humaira
Arabic feminine name meaning 'the one who gives life', reflecting nurturing and spiritual guidance.
Humayra
Arabic-origin name meaning 'golden' or 'shining', often associated with elegance, wealth, beauty, and good luck in Arabic culture.
Hurley
Irish given name derived from Ó hUairtliath, meaning "descendant of Hurtle", an old Irish word for noisy or tumultuous.
Hyatt
English name with French origins meaning "hat" or "cap," originally given to hat-makers or sellers, now gaining popularity as a unisex given name with a rich history and no specific meaning beyond its origins.
Hadeel
Arabic-origin name meaning 'iron', symbolizing strength and resilience, often used in the Middle East, with religious significance in Islam.
Hallel
Hebrew 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.
Hamish
Scottish masculine given name derived from the Gaelic 'Aindreas,' meaning 'strong man.'
Hanan
Arabic name derived from 'hnn', meaning 'grace' or 'mercy'. It's deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, appearing as a name of Mary and Allah.
Harmonei
Unique Greek name meaning "harmony," predominantly used for females but suitable for males as well.
Harvest
Yediel is a Hebrew name meaning "God's hand", derived from the words "yed" (hand) and "el" (God). It carries historical significance as one of David's mighty warriors in the Bible, and remains a rare yet meaningful choice today.
Hasley
Hasley, an English given name derived from 'hæsel', means "hazel" and was likely chosen to denote someone connected to hazel trees; it's unique, charming, and can be considered unisex.
Havoc
Strong English name derived from the Middle English 'havok', meaning destruction or disorder, especially due to war. It was initially used as a nickname for disruptive individuals before evolving into a given name often chosen by families with military backgrounds or those valuing strength and courage. Despite its roots in chaos, Havoc carries a sense of power and boldness, making it a distinctive choice among parents seeking unique names for their children today.
Hayan
Arabic-derived name meaning "life" or "alive," symbolizing vitality and energy.
Haylynn
American name created during the late 20th century, combining "Hay" (grass) and "Lynn" (Celtic 'calm' or 'peaceful'), signifying calmness and peacefulness.
Hazeley
Unique English female name derived from 'haesel', meaning 'hazel'.
Heela
Arabic-origin unisex name derived from "heyla", meaning "life" or "living". It symbolizes vitality and is popular in the Middle East and North Africa.
Hermon
Rare Hebrew name derived from 'herem', meaning 'dedicated' or 'consecrated'. It's associated with Mount Hermon in the Bible, signifying divine presence. Despite its historical use and biblical origins, it remains uncommon today but is gaining popularity for its uniqueness and meaningfulness.
Heylin
Rare Hebrew-derived name meaning "song," often associated with music and creativity. It gained prominence in the 19th century through figures like Welsh poet John Heylin (1837-1906) and more recently, American singer-songwriter Heylin Walker (born 1978).
Hikari
Popular Japanese given name that means "light" or "ray of light", originating from the word "hikari" (光) which combines the kanji characters "hou" (放) meaning "to emit" and "kō" (光) meaning "light". It has been used as a given name in Japan since at least the Meiji period, with famous bearers including singer Hikari Yokoyama and actress Hikari Matsushima.
Hilde
Powerful Germanic female name meaning 'battle' or 'struggle', associated with historic figures like Saint Hilda of Whitby.
Hiya
Rare Japanese given name derived from 'hiya', meaning 'quick' or 'swift'. It signifies speed and agility, embodied by notable figures like martial artist Hiyao Kano and poet Hiyao Nakamura. Pronounced "hee-ya".
Hiyab
Arabic feminine given name that means "curtain" or "veil," symbolizing modesty and protection in Islamic tradition.
Hobie
Distinctive American boy's name, created as an alternative to Hobson, without a specific meaning but inspired by 'Hobson's Choice' phrase.
Hadija
Arabic name meaning 'guide' or 'leader', derived from the root word 'hada'. It has historical significance in Islam and was the wife of Prophet Muhammad's uncle, Abu Talib. Today, it remains popular among Muslims for its meaningful signification.
Hadli
Hebrew name with two interpretations: it's either a short form of Chaim (life), or it means captivating/enchanting.
Hadlyn
Unique Welsh name derived from the ancient word "had", meaning "favorite".
Haiven
Hebrew unisex name meaning 'life', derived from 'chayim' and popularized in recent years despite biblical roots.