How Many People Are Named Halsey?
Complete statistics for the name Halsey: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Halsey is a very rare female name, with only 605 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 545,100 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 2021 with 51 births, showing it's still on the rise among newer generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 50All 921 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: 2021Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Halsey Through the Generations
Halsey stands out as a name that's seen a resurgence in recent years, with its peak occurring in 2021. this, the majority of those named Halsey are over 60, which skews the average age to 50. This unique blend of a modern trend and an older demographic makes Halsey a fascinating choice, with nearly half of its bearers being part of the post-war generation.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Halsey's American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Halsey
How Many People Have the Name Halsey?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 7,344 people in the United States currently share the name Halsey. That works out to roughly 1 in every 45,132 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Halsey a Common or Rare Name?
Halsey is classified as 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 Halsey Mean?
Halsey means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Halsey in SSA data, approximately 17% are male and 83% are female.
When Was Halsey Most Popular?
The name Halsey reached peak popularity in 2021, with 51 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Halsey?
Approximately 7,344 people named Halsey live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 7,344. That works out to roughly 1 in 45,132 Americans.
Is Halsey a rare name?
Halsey is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 45,132 Americans has this name.
What does the name Halsey mean?
Halsey means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins.
Is Halsey more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 17% of people named Halsey are male and 83% are female.
When was Halsey most popular?
Halsey peaked in 2021 with 51 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.