Female and male first names beginning with the letter “H”..
HAYLEA
FemaleEnglish girls' name of ancient Roman origin, meaning 'noble'. It evolved from Aelia, associated with early Christian saints like Saint Aelia Flaccilla, wife of Emperor Constantine I. Today, it's relatively uncommon but rich in history.
HAYLEAH
FemaleHebrew name derived from "chayah," meaning "life" or "to live." It signifies vitality and energy, making it an inspiring choice with deep roots in ancient cultures.
HAYLEE
MaleStylish American name created from Haley and Leigh, gaining popularity in the late 1980s. Its meaning is associated with happiness and meadows.
HAYLEE
FemaleAppealing American girls' name created from the names Haley and Hayley, derived from Old English Hailey meaning 'hay meadow'. It first appeared on the Social Security Administration's list in 2001 and has since gained popularity, reaching its peak in 2006.
HAYLEEN
FemaleUncommon yet captivating Irish feminine name derived from 'Aoife', meaning 'beauty' or 'radiance'.
HAYLEI
FemaleUnique feminine name of Ethiopian origin, derived from the Amharic word "Hayle" meaning "powerful".
HAYLEIGH
FemaleAttractive feminine name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient Irish name "Oghla" or "Ualghean," meaning "proud, eager." It has evolved over time, gaining popularity in recent years due to its association with prominent figures like American singer-songwriter Hayley Williams (born Hayleigh). Despite variations in spelling, both versions carry the same strength and confidence, making Hayleigh a distinctive choice among Irish-inspired names.
HAYLEN
FemaleWelsh name of ancient origin, derived from "Eilean," meaning "island." It was traditionally given to girls but has become unisex in recent years. Despite its rich history and notable figures like St. Elen, it remains relatively rare today.
HAYLEN
MaleUnique female name of Welsh origin, derived from "Haelyn," meaning "from the holy place." It was famously borne by Princess Gwenllian ferch Gruffudd in the 12th century.
HAYLEY
MaleEnglish name meaning 'healthy' or 'strong', first used as a female given name in the 19th century.
HAYLEY
FemaleEnglish feminine given name derived from the Old English word "haegen," meaning "hawk.
HAYLI
FemaleHebrew name meaning "my life," derived from "hay" (life) and "-li" (my).
HAYLIE
FemaleEnglish female given name derived from the medieval English Haighley, itself a variation of the Old Norse Hákon, meaning "heel king" or "hindmost king".
HAYLIEE
FemaleAmerican name of Scottish Gaelic origin that means "noble" or "holy," derived from the Old English word "halig." It evolved from the Middle Ages Scottish pet form Ailie, gaining popularity in recent years as a unique yet meaningful girls' name with peak usage in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
HAYLIEGH
FemaleHayleigh is a unique Scottish feminine name derived from the surname 'Hay', meaning 'from the hedge'.
HAYLIN
FemaleHebrew name meaning "dream.
HAYLLIE
FemaleRare Welsh girl's name derived from 'haearn', meaning 'iron', symbolizing strength and endurance.
HAYLO
FemaleUnique given name with unclear origins and meaning, first gaining notable attention in the late 19th century in the United States.
HAYLY
FemaleDistinctive female given name of Hebrew origin, derived from "Chayyah" meaning "life," and has historical significance as the wife of Esau in the Old Testament.
HAYLYN
FemaleRecently created name, blending Haley ("hay meadow") and Lynn ("lake"), resulting in "meadow by the lake". It's modern, appealing, and often used as a feminine given name, with no historical or cultural associations yet.
HAYLYNN
FemaleAmerican name created during the late 20th century, combining "Hay" (grass) and "Lynn" (Celtic 'calm' or 'peaceful'), signifying calmness and peacefulness.
HAYMON
MaleRare, historic German male name derived from Hagano, meaning 'protected by a hedge.'
HAYMOND
MaleUncommon given name with unknown origins and meaning. Some believe it may derive from the English name Hammond or Old German Haemund, but these theories are not definitively proven.
HAYNE
MaleUncommon English name derived from the Old English word 'hægen,' meaning 'hedge.' It was originally a surname for someone living near hedges or working with them.
HAYNES
MaleEnglish given name of Norman origin, derived from Old French 'hain' or 'han', meaning 'hedge' or 'enclosed field'. It was initially used as a surname for individuals living near hedges, but has been used as a given name since the late 18th century.
HAYNES
FemaleEnglish surname turned given name, derived from the Old English word for hedge or fence, 'hægen'.
HAYNIE
MaleRare Hebrew name meaning 'life' or 'living', derived from the Hebrew word "hayyah", with no specific historical figure but carrying biblical heritage through generations.
HAYOON
FemaleUnique Korean girl's name meaning 'sea cloud'.
HAYOUNG
FemaleStrong and distinct Korean female given name, originating from the Hangul alphabet system created by King Sejong. It translates to 'river' and 'firm/strong', signifying steadfastness.
HAYS
FemaleThe name Hays originates from Ireland and means "from the hedge," derived from the Gaelic word "an t-Séipéal.
HAYS
MaleIrish surname derived from 'Ui Aodha', meaning 'descendant of Aodh', a brave son of legendary High King Conn.
HAYSE
MaleHebrew name meaning "to behold" or "to contemplate," with a rich biblical history dating back to the sons of Esau.
HAYSEL
FemaleScottish name meaning 'fair-haired'.
HAYSEN
MaleHayes is an English surname derived from 'haeg', meaning hedge, originally given to those living near hedges or working as hedgers.
HAYSLEE
FemaleDistinctive female name of unknown origin and meaning, first gaining popularity in the United States during the early 2000s.
HAYSLEY
FemaleUncommon English female name derived from the Old English surname Hay, meaning "hay meadow".
HAYSON
MaleRare Scottish name derived from "Cada", meaning 'round hill', combined with the patronymic suffix "-son".
HAYSTEN
MaleUnique name of unknown origin, with an open-ended meaning that can be interpreted individually. Despite its unclear beginnings, it has a rich history and gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, Haysten remains relatively rare, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking something special and different.
HAYSTON
MaleUnique and appealing given name of unknown origin and meaning, first used in English-speaking countries like the United States.
HAYTHAM
MaleArabic given name derived from 'hayat' meaning "life", comprising 'hayy' ("alive") and 'tham' ("warm" or "radiant"). It has been borne by notable historical figures, such as Haytham ibn Jafar and Haytham ibn Abi'l-Qasim, and remains popular today for its unique sound and strong meaning.