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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: HAL-ee //ˈhæli//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: Praise; English: Dweller by the hall
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Halle has its roots in the Old High German word "halha," meaning "nook" or "hollow." This term evolved into various forms in different Germanic languages, eventually leading to the modern German word "Halle," which refers to a hall or a large room. The name entered the English language through the influence of Germanic tribes and their migration patterns, particularly during the early medieval period, when many Germanic names were adopted into English vernacular.
Historically, the name Halle is associated with several notable figures and places. One significant milestone is the city of Halle in Germany, which has been a center of culture and education since the Middle Ages.
The city is known for its university, founded in the 17th century, which contributed to the spread of knowledge and the arts in Europe. Additionally, Halle is linked to the composer Georg Friedrich Handel, who was born there in 1685, further embedding the name in cultural history.
The name also appears in various religious contexts, including its association with the Hebrew word "hallel," meaning "to praise," which is significant in Jewish liturgical traditions. Culturally, the name Halle has resonated through its associations with music, education, and spirituality.
The concept of a "hall" or gathering space has symbolic significance, representing community and togetherness. In some contexts, the name may also evoke themes of celebration and praise, particularly in religious settings.
While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, the primary form "Halle" has maintained its distinct identity throughout history, reflecting a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance.
Famous people named Halle
In this section, you will find notable people named Halle. 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 Halle who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Halle who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Halle Berry is an actress best known for Monster's Ball, X-Men, and Die Another Day.
Halle Bailey is a singer and actress best known for her role in Grown-ish and for being part of the musical duo Chloe x Halle.
Fictional characters named Halle
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Halle is a fictional character from the film Halle Berry's Catwoman. She is a skilled fighter and anti-heroine who takes on the persona of Catwoman to seek justice against corrupt corporations.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Halle was first seen in the United States in 1948.
Halle has ranked as high as #622 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, California, Utah, and Minnesota.
In the past 5 years the name Halle has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Halle 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 Halle 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 Halle.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 491 | 0 | 491 |
| 2024 | 530 | 0 | 530 |
| 2023 | 425 | 0 | 425 |
| 2022 | 415 | 0 | 415 |
| 2021 | 392 | 0 | 392 |
| 2020 | 313 | 0 | 313 |
| 2019 | 330 | 0 | 330 |
| 2018 | 301 | 0 | 301 |
| 2017 | 276 | 0 | 276 |
| 2016 | 278 | 0 | 278 |
| 2015 | 302 | 0 | 302 |
| 2014 | 363 | 0 | 363 |
| 2013 | 407 | 0 | 407 |
| 2012 | 449 | 0 | 449 |
| 2011 | 467 | 0 | 467 |
| 2010 | 529 | 0 | 529 |
| 2009 | 549 | 0 | 549 |
| 2008 | 620 | 0 | 620 |
| 2007 | 618 | 0 | 618 |
| 2006 | 626 | 0 | 626 |
| 2005 | 735 | 0 | 735 |
| 2004 | 807 | 6 | 801 |
| 2003 | 919 | 0 | 919 |
| 2002 | 971 | 0 | 971 |
| 2001 | 638 | 0 | 638 |
| 2000 | 639 | 0 | 639 |
| 1999 | 585 | 0 | 585 |
| 1998 | 430 | 0 | 430 |
| 1997 | 372 | 0 | 372 |
| 1996 | 378 | 0 | 378 |
| 1995 | 306 | 0 | 306 |
| 1994 | 298 | 0 | 298 |
| 1993 | 286 | 0 | 286 |
| 1992 | 87 | 0 | 87 |
| 1991 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1990 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 1989 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1988 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1987 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1986 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 1985 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1984 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1983 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1982 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1981 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1980 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1979 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1978 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1977 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1976 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1975 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1974 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1973 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1972 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1971 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1970 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1969 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1968 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1967 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1966 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1965 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1962 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1958 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1952 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Halle (2024)
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 | 41 | |
| CA | 32 | |
| OH | 27 | |
| IN | 23 | |
| PA | 22 | |
| MI | 21 | |
| FL | 21 | |
| UT | 19 | |
| AL | 17 | |
| NC | 16 | |
| KS | 16 | |
| IL | 15 | |
| GA | 15 | |
| MA | 15 | |
| OR | 14 | |
| WA | 14 | |
| TN | 14 | |
| NY | 14 | |
| WI | 13 | |
| AZ | 13 | |
| CO | 13 | |
| NE | 12 | |
| KY | 12 | |
| MN | 11 | |
| MO | 10 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| IA | 8 | |
| OK | 8 | |
| LA | 7 | |
| AR | 6 | |
| MT | 6 | |
| ID | 5 | |
| SC | 5 | |
| SD | 5 |