Halsey: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ahls-ehy
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America, Northern Europe
Meaning: From hal

Halsey is a unique name that carries a deep history, originating from English culture. It means "from Hal's island, " connecting to the heathlands of England. Initially used as a surname, it has evolved into a given name, particularly popularized by the American singer and songwriter Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, known professionally as Halsey. This name has transitioned from being predominantly feminine to being used for both genders. Its usage as a given name is a modern phenomenon, reflecting the evolving nature of naming conventions. The name Halsey has seen a significant shift in its usage over time. Historically, it was primarily a surname, but with the rise of pop culture, it has become a popular given name, particularly. And contemporary artist Halsey.

Halsey Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Halsey is currently #11589 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Halsey is currently #6550 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Halsey is currently #5840 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Halsey is currently #3298 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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