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Halsey

♂ Boy

Pronounced HAWL-zee /ˈhɔːl.zi/High

Meaning: From the English surname Halsey, likely 'Hal's island' or 'Hal's clearing' (a personal name plus Old English eg or leah). Used for both sexes; also known from the singer Halsey. Documented.Low

In 30 seconds: A breezy surname-name: Halsey means 'Hal's island' (said 'HAWL-zee'). Used across genders and known from the singer.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFrom the English surname Halsey, likely 'Hal's island' or 'Hal's clearing' (a personal name plus Old English eg or leah). Used for both sexes; also known from the singer Halsey. Documented.
U.S. rank (2024)#12913 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1924
Total births (all-time)≈ 413

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192418802024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Halsey is an English surname, likely 'Hal's island' or 'clearing' (a personal name plus eg or leah). It reads as a modern surname-name and is known through the singer Halsey; it is used for both boys and girls, which we note honestly. A sleek, unisex-leaning pick (said 'HAWL-zee').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S., a fresh surname-style name. Rare, cool, and cross-sex.

Did you know? Halsey is an English surname meaning 'Hal's island' — now a first name worn across genders, and famous through the pop singer Halsey. A cool, modern-leaning pick (said 'HAWL-zee').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Halsey — English surname 'Hal's island'; cross-sex; singer Halsey

Variations

HalsyHallsey

Nicknames

HalSey

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Halsey mean?

Halsey is an English surname likely meaning 'Hal's island' or 'Hal's clearing,' now used as a first name.

How do you pronounce Halsey?

It's said HAWL-zee /ˈhɔːl.zi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Halsey a boy or girl name?

Halsey is used as a boy's name here, though it is given to both — we note the cross-sex use.

How popular is Halsey?

Halsey is a rare, surname-style name for boys in the U.S., used across genders.

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