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Halston

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Pronounced HAHL-stuhn /ˈhɑl.stən/Medium

Meaning: RockMedium

In 30 seconds: Halston is an English name meaning 'rock'.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningRock
U.S. rank (2024)#2115 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births90 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 626

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202219892024

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

Halston is an English name with the meaning 'rock', giving it a solid, grounded sense. It has the shape of a surname carried over into first-name use. The sturdy meaning suits its firm, two-syllable sound.

It reads as crisp and modern, with a fashionable, surname-style ring. Actress Halston Sage, known for The Orville, is a current bearer.

Did you know? Halston likely reached first-name use through a surname or place-name route, which gives it that modern borrowed-from-history feel.
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name - Halston — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Halston Sage (1993–present)
    American actress known for The Orville, Neighbors, and How to Rock.

If you like Halston…

Hallie— Shares the 'Hal-' opening and a softer feel.
Weston— Another '-ton' surname name used as a given name.
Easton— A '-ton' place-and-surname name in the same style.
Sloane— A fashionable surname-style name with a similar crisp edge.
Harlow— A modern surname name with comparable polish.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Halston mean?

Halston is usually explained as meaning 'rock' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Halston?

It's commonly said HAHL-stuhn /ˈhɑl.stən/.

Is Halston a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Halston is used as a girl name.

How popular is Halston?

In 2024, Halston ranked #2115 in the U.S. for girls, with 90 births recorded.

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