Haile: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ah-eel-eh
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: From the hay clearing

Haile is a name with multiple origins and meanings. It is derived from the Old English "halh, " meaning "from the hay clearing, " and also has Ethiopian roots, translating to "power" or "might. " This name has been significant in Ethiopian culture, particularly with the former Emperor Haile Selassie, who is revered by the Rastafari movement. The name has also gained popularity globally due to Ethiopian athletes like Haile Gebrselassie, a renowned distance runner. Haile is a powerful name that embodies strength and resilience.

Haile Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Haile is currently #14318 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Haile is currently #8145 on Kiindred Girl Names

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