Hale Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hale originates from Old English, meaning healthy or whole. It evolved from 'Hala' in Old English to its current form in Modern English. The name reflects positive traits and has no biblical relevance. It became popular in England during the Middle Ages and is associated with notable figures in various fields.
The name Hale is most popular in Missouri, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hale has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Hale' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1755th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2144th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2727th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5274th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6408th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5631st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5679th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28012th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Hale' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hale"
Pronunciation
/heɪl/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Hale is derived from the Old English word 'hal', meaning 'healthy' or 'whole'. It may also refer to someone who lived near a nook or a hollow.
Meaning
Healthy, whole
Language Evolution
Hala (Old English), Hale (Middle English), Hale (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Hale gained popularity as a surname in England during the Middle Ages, often used to denote a person from a specific location or with certain characteristics.
Variants & Derivatives
Hail, Hailie, Halen
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hale is perceived as a strong and wholesome name, often associated with positive traits like health and vitality.
Famous People
Hale Irwin (professional golfer), Hale Woodruff (American painter), Hale Appleman (actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hale"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hale"
"Hale" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1755th of 7545 | 305 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2144th of 6773 | 220 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2727th of 7552 | 172 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5274th of 10718 | 59 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6408th of 16616 | 93 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5631st of 24088 | 220 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5679th of 23106 | 188 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28012th of 35406 | 14 |
Regional Popularity of "Hale" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hale" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hale"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hale" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.