Names That Mean Hallowed

This choice feels more familiar than other hall-related English surnames, thanks to designer Halston, the single-named disco-era society playmate of Liza and Elton.

Though long associated with the iconic male fashion designer -- who went by his middle name alone -- rising young actress Halston Sage has made Halston feel plausible as a girls' name too.

Name of World War II hero that sounds feminine today. Worth update of Holly, Hallie, or cousins.

Although this was the surname of a rugged World War II admiral, these days it has a feminine feel.