Rising since 1985, #3,089 for boys today.
Popularity of Halen since 1982
Babies named Halen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 | 34 |
| 1990s | 109 | 157 |
| 2000s | 185 | 373 |
| 2010s | 292 | 401 |
| 2020s | 262 | 290 |
Meaning & origin
Halen is a modern, unisex name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1982. It is a direct borrowing of the surname Van Halen, popularized by the iconic rock band. The name has been rising in use since 1985, with a notable peak in 2021. As of 2025, it ranks 3,089th nationally, with about 1 in 44,000 newborns receiving the name. Its usage is most concentrated in Texas, reflecting the band's strong American fanbase. Halen fits a contemporary trend of surname-based first names and remains a distinctive choice.
Halen is a modern invented name, derived from the surname Van Halen, notably from the rock band Van Halen. The surname itself is of Dutch origin, meaning 'from Halen,' a place name in Belgium. As a given name, it emerged in the late 20th century, likely inspired by the band's popularity. Its use is primarily American, reflecting a trend of surname adoption as given names.
Where Halen is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hal
Sibling names for Halen
Names that share Halen's style, for a brother or sister.
