Female and male first names beginning with the letter “H”..

English name derived from "hara" meaning "hare" and "leah" meaning "woodland clearing," signifying "hare wood" or "deer clearing." It has been used as both a surname and given name in England since the 11th century, gaining popularity during the Victorian era. Today, Hartley is considered a traditional yet distinctive choice for boys and girls alike.

Rare Swiss German masculine given name derived from the Old High German word "hart," meaning "strong" or "hard.

Rare German-origin given name meaning "strong heart".

Hartley is an English name derived from Old English words "hare" and "leah," meaning "deer clearing." It originally served as a surname for those living near or managing deer parks.

Modern American name, created by blending Hart ('stag/deer') and Lynn ('lake'), making it 'deer by the lake'.

English female given name derived from the combination of Hart (from deer park) and Lynn (from lake/pool), with no specific additional meaning beyond these components.

Distinctive German-origin name derived from "hart," meaning "strong." Historically associated with courage and resilience, it was initially a medieval Germanic nickname for brave individuals before evolving into a hereditary surname.

Uncommon American given name of possible German origin, with no universally agreed-upon meaning; it was originally a surname turned into a first name.

Uncommon English name likely originating from Old English 'Hæþerstald', combining 'arbor vitae' or male juniper plant with journey or way, potentially meaning 'journey through male junipers'. While its usage in medieval England is unconfirmed and it gained recent popularity in the U.S., particularly in southern states, Hartsell remains relatively rare worldwide.

Uncommon English given name derived from the Old English word 'heorth', meaning strong or brave, associated with the medieval Hart family landowners.

Distinctive Hebrew name, derived from "hartz", meaning "deer", and symbolizing strength and grace. First popularized in 19th-century Eastern Europe, it's now globally recognized, with notable bearer Hartzel Rosenblatt, a celebrated Yiddish poet and playwright.

Rare, German-origin boys' name, derived from "Herz," meaning 'heart,' though not a direct translation. Popularized by the Hartzell family in 19th-century USA, it's uniquely American despite its German roots.

Popular Japanese given name meaning 'spring' or 'season', symbolizing hope, renewal, and nature's beauty.

Japanese name meaning "spring" or "sun", popularized globally through anime characters like Haruhi Fujioka from Ouran High School Host Club.

Historic Japanese feminine name derived from 'hara' (belly) and 'ue' (above), translating to "abundance" or "fullness".

Popular Japanese given name that can mean either 'distant' or 'spring flower', symbolizing longing or beauty respectively. It has gained global popularity due to the rise of Japanese pop culture and the desire for meaningful names with cultural significance.

Charming Japanese given name that translates to 'spring tree', combining the kanji characters for spring (haru) and wood/tree (ki). Originating during the Meiji period, it has been associated with notable figures like author Haruki Murakami.

Traditional Japanese female name originating from ancient Japan, meaning 'child of spring'.

Japanese male name originating from "春" (haru), meaning 'spring', and "馬" (uma), meaning 'horse'.

Melodic Japanese given name that means "beautiful season" or "spring", originating from the combination of "hara" (belly) and "umi" (sea). It emerged during Japan's Heian period, symbolizing elegance and grace, and while historically used for both sexes, it is now predominantly associated with females due to its feminine connotations. Despite its traditional roots, Harumi remains popular today and has gained international recognition through various media appearances, such as in anime and manga series like Kuroko's Basketball.

Beautiful Japanese name meaning "beautiful springtime," derived from kanji characters hara (spring) and mi (beauty).

Arabic name meaning "white" or "radiant," popular throughout history, notably borne by wise ruler Harun al-Rashid (786-809 AD), and widely used in various cultures today.

Japanese feminine given name derived from 'haru' meaning distant and 'nami' meaning wave, signifying 'distant waves'.

Japanese given name, popularized by anime and manga culture, composed of "hara" (field) and "nu" (feminine), interpreted as 'wild field'.

Japanese given name of uncertain origins, potentially derived from the kanji characters for 'spring' and 'husband,' popularized during the Meiji era.

Armenian unisex name meaning 'good news', derived from the word 'harutiun'.

Popular Japanese name composed of "hara" (field) and "to" (farm), translating to "field rice paddy".

Armenian name meaning "sun" or "light", originating from ancient Armenia and signifying warmth and illumination.

Armenian male given name derived from "harutiwn", meaning mercy. It's associated with Saint Harutyun, an early Christian martyr.

Unique Japanese girls' name meaning 'moon of spring'.

Feminine Japanese given name originating from two kanji characters, "hara" (腹) meaning belly or abdomen, and "yo" (世) signifying generation or world, interpreted as "generation of abundance.

Unique Japanese given name derived from 'Haru' (spring) and 'Yoshi' (good), signifying renewal and prosperity.

Rare, distinct American given name derived from Harvard College (established 1636), with no specific meaning or translation in any language.

Harvey is an English name derived from the Old Norse personal name Haraldr, meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', popular among nobility since medieval times.

Indian name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'Lord', inspired by Lord Shiva, symbolizing strength and power.

Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'of Lord' or 'of God', often given to girls as a feminine form of Hari, associated with the Hindu god Vishnu.

Uncommon Indian name derived from Sanskrit words "Hari" meaning 'monkey' and "Veer" meaning 'brave', translating to 'brave monkey'. It is associated with Hanuman, the revered Hindu deity known for his bravery and devotion.

English given name derived from Old English elements 'here' (army) and 'weald' (power), translating to "army ruler" or "warrior leader".

English name derived from Herebeald, meaning 'bold warrior'.

Uncommon name of unknown origin, often interpreted as "harbor" but with no known etymology.