Halina Girl

Popularity: #915 · Trend: ↗ Rising

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

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Halina, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

HaniaZofiaMajaLenaNinaKaja

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Halina. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

AlinaSelinaElenaHelenaKarinaMarinaTatianaAdelina

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Halina was first seen in the United States in 1915.

Halina has ranked as high as #7425 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Texas.

In the past 5 years the name Halina has been trending up 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.

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 Total Births Girl
2025 33 33
2024 27 27
2023 23 23
2022 14 14
2021 24 24
2020 14 14
2019 19 19
2018 16 16
2017 21 21
2016 23 23
2015 27 27
2014 23 23
2013 21 21
2012 16 16
2011 22 22
2010 16 16
2009 26 26
2008 21 21
2007 30 30
2006 31 31
2005 14 14
2004 28 28
2003 27 27
2002 13 13
2001 27 27
2000 11 11
1999 13 13
1998 13 13
1997 11 11
1996 11 11
1995 14 14
1994 10 10
1993 6 6
1991 12 12
1990 7 7
1989 5 5
1988 6 6
1986 11 11
1985 9 9
1983 6 6
1982 6 6
1981 15 15
1980 6 6
1978 5 5
1977 6 6
1976 7 7
1975 8 8
1974 5 5
1973 6 6
1972 6 6
1970 6 6
1969 5 5
1968 7 7
1967 11 11
1966 5 5
1965 8 8
1964 11 11
1963 12 12
1962 9 9
1961 8 8
1960 10 10
1959 8 8
1958 8 8
1957 7 7
1956 10 10
1955 14 14
1954 16 16
1953 15 15
1952 19 19
1951 5 5
1950 8 8
1948 11 11
1936 6 6
1934 6 6
1929 9 9
1925 5 5
1924 8 8
1922 5 5
1920 6 6
1919 9 9
1918 7 7
1917 6 6
1915 5 5

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. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 5
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