How Many People Are Named Halle?
Complete statistics for the name Halle: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Halle means 'fortress' in Hebrew, making it a strong choice for parents. That's only 1 in 20,649 Americans who share this name, making it very rare indeed. The peak was in 2002, with 971 births, showing its popularity among younger generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 2 symbolizes balance, harmony, and cooperation.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 19All 16,159 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2002Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Halle Through the Generations
Halle's journey through the generations reflects a modern trend. With 15,982 people named Halle living today, it's clear that the name has found a niche among contemporary families. Born in 2002, the peak year saw 971 births, indicating a surge in popularity during that era. Today, 88% of those named Halle are under 30, highlighting its status as a genuinely modern name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Halle's Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Halle
How Many People Have the Name Halle?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,625 people in the United States currently share the name Halle. That works out to roughly 1 in every 203,969 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Halle a Common or Rare Name?
Halle is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Halle Mean?
Halle means "fortress" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Halle in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Halle Most Popular?
The name Halle reached peak popularity in 2002, with 971 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Halle?
Approximately 1,625 people named Halle live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,625. That works out to roughly 1 in 203,969 Americans.
Is Halle a rare name?
Halle is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 203,969 Americans has this name.
What does the name Halle mean?
Halle means "fortress" and comes from Hebrew origins.
Is Halle more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Halle are male and 100% are female.
When was Halle most popular?
Halle peaked in 2002 with 971 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.