Halle
Halle is a girl name of German origin meaning “From Halle, salt works”, pronounced HAL-ee. It ranked #596 in the United States in 2025, given to 491 babies, and peaked at #316 in 2002. Common nicknames: Hal, Hally.
How popular is Halle in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Halle mean, and where does it come from?
Halle is a German city on the Saale whose name comes from an old root for salt — the place was built on brine springs — and it is also a Norse word for a rock or a hall. The American name, though, comes from a department store: Halle Berry was named after Halle Brothers in Cleveland. Her career took the name into the top thousand in 1993 and to its peak in 2002, the year she won the Academy Award for Monster's Ball. Halle Bailey has since given it a second generation of visibility, and it is rising again.
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Famous People Named Halle
- Halle Berry — American actress and the first Black woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress
- Halle Bailey — American singer and actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Halle mean?
Halle is a girl name of German origin meaning "From Halle, salt works." Halle is a German city on the Saale whose name comes from an old root for salt — the place was built on brine springs — and it is also a Norse word for a rock or a hall. The American name, though, comes from a department store: Halle Berry was named after Halle Brothers in Cleveland.
How do you pronounce Halle?
Halle is pronounced HAL-ee. Common variations include Hallie, Haley, Halley.
Is Halle a girl name?
Yes, Halle is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Hal, Hally.