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Halle

OriginModern invented name or diminutive of Harald, English or Norse
Meaning"Thor's stone"
GenderBoy & girl
US Rank
Girls#596

2025 SSA

BoysUnranked

Below 5 births

About Halle

Popular in the Scandinavian countries, but in this country it would surely bring to mind the very feminine Halle Berry.

Halle for girls#596 US

Until the beautiful actress Halle Berry inspired hundreds of parents to emulate her name, it was the diminutive Swedish families used for their sons christened Harald. Now, in a complete turnaround, it couldn't be more feminine. It is worth noting, however, that its popularity has fallen dramatically since 2002 when it reached a high of 316.

Pronounced HAL-ee.

As of November 2026, Halle ranked #10432 for boys in US births in 2004 and #596 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #316 for girls in 2002, Nameberry popularity #940 for girls.

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