Halina Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ha-LEE-nah /həˈliːnə/
Origin: Slavic; Greek
Meaning: Slavic: bright, shining; Greek: light
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Halina has its roots in the Slavic languages, particularly deriving from the name Helena, which itself originates from the Ancient Greek name Ἑλένη (Helénē). The Greek name is believed to be derived from the word 'helene', meaning 'torch' or 'light', symbolizing brightness and illumination.
The transition from Greek to Slavic occurred through the influence of Christianity, as the name Helena was borne by Saint Helena, the mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, who played a significant role in the promotion of Christianity in the Roman Empire during the 4th century. As Christianity spread through Eastern Europe, the name was adopted and adapted into various Slavic forms, including Halina.
Throughout history, the name Halina has been associated with various cultural and religious figures, particularly in Poland and other Slavic countries. The name gained prominence in the medieval period, reflecting the broader adoption of Christian names among the populace.
In Poland, Halina is often linked to the Polish word 'halina', which means 'calm' or 'peaceful', further enriching its connotation and cultural significance. The name has been celebrated in literature and folklore, reinforcing its presence in the cultural landscape of Slavic nations.
Halina's resonance in Slavic culture is also reflected in its use in various artistic expressions, including poetry and music, where it often symbolizes beauty and grace. The name has several diminutive forms, such as Hala or Halinka, which have been used affectionately in familial and social contexts.
This adaptability and the positive associations with light and peace have contributed to the name's enduring legacy in Slavic traditions.
Famous people named Halina
In this section, you will find notable people named Halina. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Halina who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Halina who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Halina Pawlowska is a writer and television presenter best known for her work in Polish media and literature.
Halina Reijn is an actress and director best known for her roles in The Dinner and The Last Days of Emma Blank.
Halina Kwiatkowska is an actress best known for her performances in Polish theater and film.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Halina was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Halina has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Halina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Halina is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Halina was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Halina (2017)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Halina.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 27 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1915 | 5 |