Hally Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAL-ee / ˈhæliEnglish; Irish
Meaning
English: Army ruler; Irish: Diminutive of Hal
Historical & Cultural Background
Hally is often considered a diminutive or variant of the name Hal, which itself is derived from Harold. The name Harold has Old English roots, meaning 'army ruler.' In Irish contexts, Hally can be seen as a diminutive form, reflecting a trend of using shorter forms of traditional names. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions.
Trend Summary
Hally has been a less common name in the United States, with limited popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hal
- Hally
International Variants
- Hal (English)
- Hally (Irish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hally was first seen in the United States in 1916. Hally has ranked as high as #835 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Hally has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hally
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1916 | 5 |