Halie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Halie originates from Greek, meaning 'of the sea'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is linked to marine imagery. While it has limited biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in contemporary culture and is seen as refreshing and nature-inspired. Variants include Halia and Hal, and it is notably borne by a few prominent individuals.
The name Halie is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. 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, Halie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Halie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7450th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1027th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 898th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7127th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Halie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Halie"
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪli/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Halie is derived from the Greek word 'halios', which means 'of the sea'. It is often associated with the concept of the sea and marine life.
Meaning
of the sea
Language Evolution
Halie, Halia, Halios
Historical Usage
Halie has been used sporadically throughout history, gaining more popularity in modern times, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Halia, Hal, Hale
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Halie is perceived as unique and modern, often associated with a sense of tranquility and nature.
Famous People
Halie Loren - an American jazz singer and songwriter, Halie Selassie - a historical figure often associated with Ethiopian history
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Halie"
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 "Halie"
"Halie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7450th of 19264 | 87 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1027th of 27321 | 2,688 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 898th of 35406 | 4,427 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7127th of 30306 | 196 |
Regional Popularity of "Halie" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Halie" 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) |
21.28% 784th/3685 |
35.28% 1579th/4475 |
16.65% 865th/5194 |
20.29% 1282nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.17% 695th/4582 |
23.33% 1205th/5164 |
10.69% 782nd/7313 |
18.26% 1363rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
82.50% 5628th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Halie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Halie" 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.