Names that start with H
816 different H-names were given to U.S. babies in 2025, and Henry led them with 12,040 newborns. Compare all 2,314 names on record by a single year, a recent range, or their complete history.

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2,314 of 2,314 H-names match
H-names in 2025
Showing 1,001–1,200 of 2,314
- HussienGood, handsome, or beautifulArabic—
- HawkenUncertainEnglish—
- HurielOf uncertain originHebrew—
- HuyenOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HeraclioGlory of HeraSpanish—
- HaralambosBright, shining with joyGreek—
- HaarisOne who is a guardian, custodian, or keeper, often interpreted as a protector of the faithArabic—
- Hoyteof uncertain originEnglish—
- HouaOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HuntingtonThe name Huntington is of English origin, meaning 'the hill of the hunters' or 'hunter's settlement'English—
- HalieyVariant spelling of Hailey, derived from an English surname meaning 'hay clearing'English—
- HazelinePossibly a variant of Hazel or a combination of Hazel with the suffix -ine, or derived from a plant nameEnglish—
- HeenaHenna, a plant used for dye and adornmentArabic—
- HonoreHonor, respectFrench—
- HarshilOf debated originSanskrit—
- HillariVariant of Hillary, from the Latin meaning 'cheerful, happy'English—
- HarshaJoy, delight, happinessSanskrit—
- Haruespring branchJapanese—
- HayatoFalcon personJapanese—
- HezzieDiminutive of Hezekiah, meaning 'God strengthens' in HebrewEnglish—
- HolgerIsland spear or spear islandScandinavian—
- HakopMay God protectGreek—
- Hodgesson of Hodge, a medieval nickname for RogerEnglish—
- Haroldineof uncertain originModern coinage—
- HumaBird of paradisePersian—
- Hermilaof uncertain originSpanish—
- HaeliOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- Helderbright, clear, shiningDutch—
- HelamanOf uncertain meaningLiterary—
- Haelyof uncertain origin, likely a modern invented spelling of Hailey or Hayley, meaning 'hay meadow'Modern coinage—
- HilariA modern feminine variant of Hilary, ultimately from Latin hilaris meaning 'cheerful'Modern coinage—
- HasonOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HeddaOld Norse diminutive of Hedvig, meaning 'war' or 'strife'Scandinavian—
- HarlesThe name Harles is generally considered a variant of Charles, meaning 'free man'English—
- HarryetteLittle Harry, a feminine diminutive of HarryEnglish—
- HenniePossibly a diminutive or pet form of HENRIETTA or HENRY, or a variant of HENNY, meaning "home ruler" or "estate rulerEnglish—
- HubertaBright heart or bright mindGerman—
- HawleyFrom the hedged meadowEnglish—
- HadyGuide, leader, or one who guides to the right pathArabic—
- HydeiaOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HaydeOf uncertain originEnglish—
- HarlisOf uncertain originEnglish—
- HannahmarieA combination of the names Hannah, meaning 'grace,' and Marie, meaning 'beloved' or 'bitterModern coinage—
- Hildagardebattle enclosure or battle protectionGerman—
- HatsukoFirst child, or beginning childJapanese—
- HaidyVariant of Heidi, which is a diminutive of Adelheid, meaning 'noble kind'German—
- HarlyOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HatsuebeginningJapanese—
- Hurmanof uncertain originModern coinage—
- HibbaGift, blessing, or endowment from GodArabic—
- HjalmerOf uncertain originScandinavian—
- Hildybattle womanGerman—
- HortenceGardener, from the Latin word for gardenFrench—
- HannahgraceA compound name combining Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor' in Hebrew, and the English word grace, effectively meaning 'grace' twiceModern coinage—
- HansikaSwan, or one with a graceful gaitSanskrit—
- Herselof uncertain originEnglish—
- Haeleeof uncertain originModern coinage—
- HarshitaFull of joy, cheerful, or one who brings happinessSanskrit—
- Hershallof uncertain originEnglish—
- HaasiniA variant of Hasini, meaning 'she who smiles' or 'happy' in SanskritSanskrit—
- HerndonFrom the surname Herndon, likely meaning 'heron valley' from Old EnglishEnglish—
- HristopherBearer of ChristGreek—
- HawkeOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HonesteeDerived from the English word 'honesty', meaning truthfulness or integrityModern coinage—
- HildingBattle, warScandinavian—
- HirotoOne likely meaning is 'abundant flying' or 'generous person', though the kanji used can varyJapanese—
- HargisPossibly derived from a surname meaning 'hare wood' in Old EnglishEnglish—
- HearlOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Earl or a transferred use of a surnameEnglish—
- HavishIt means 'one who is desirable' or 'attractive' in SanskritSanskrit—
- HarleanOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HarshithaHappiness, joy, or delightSanskrit—
- HadliOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HawardOf uncertain originEnglish—
- Heydyof uncertain originModern coinage—
- HalaynaOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- Hulanof uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Hulen or a surname transferred to first name useModern coinage—
- HerberthOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Herbert, meaning 'bright army'English—
- HernyOf uncertain originEnglish—
- HadessahOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HelaneOf uncertain originEnglish—
- HadasMyrtle tree, a plant symbolizing peace and renewalHebrew—
- HaddyBlessing, good fortune, or simply a variant of HadiyaArabic—
- HelviOf uncertain origin, possibly a short form of names containing the element 'hel' meaning 'luck' or 'good fortune'Scandinavian—
- HilmarPossibly derived from Old Norse elements meaning 'battle-famous' or 'helmet-famous'German—
- HamsaA Sanskrit word meaning 'swan' or 'goose', often symbolizing the soul or the divine spirit in Hindu philosophySanskrit—
- HelayneVariant of Helen, meaning 'light' or 'torch', though the specific spelling is a modern inventionEnglish—
- HebahGift, presentArabic—
- HumzahLionArabic—
- HaneefahTrue believer, sincere, or upright oneArabic—
- HeliodoroGift of the sunGreek—
- HenessyOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HanifahTrue believer, one who is upright and devoted to God (in Islam)Arabic—
- HadasahMyrtle tree, a shrub with fragrant flowersHebrew—
- Hermeniaof uncertain originLatin—
- HaideOf uncertain originGerman—
- HeavanModern variant of Heaven, referring to the celestial realmModern coinage—
- HuieMost likely a respelling or variant of Hugh, meaning 'heart, mind, spirit' or 'intellect'Scottish—
- HydiaOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HaraceOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Horace, from the Latin family name Horatius, of unknown meaningLatin—
- Henyaof uncertain originModern coinage—
- HavardOf uncertain origin, possibly derived from Old Norse elements meaning 'high guard'Scandinavian—
- HerleyOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Harley or Hurley, or a place nameModern coinage—
- HisaoMan of long lifeJapanese—
- HaeleighProbably a modern invented spelling of Hayley, which derives from an English surname meaning 'hay clearing'Modern coinage—
- HilmanOf uncertain originEnglish—
- Heliof uncertain originScandinavian—
- HollyanneA compound of Holly and Anne, referring to the holly plant and the name Anne, meaning 'grace'English—
- HalainaOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- Hauof uncertain originModern coinage—
- HolbertA patronymic surname turned given name, likely meaning 'bright fame' from Old English elementsEnglish—
- HydeeOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HaniyyahPleased, happy, or tranquil, of Arabic originArabic—
- HebertoUnknown, possibly derived from the Germanic name Herbert, meaning 'bright army'Spanish—
- HitoshiOne who is merciful or virtuousJapanese—
- HiliaryOf uncertain originLatin—
- HamzehVariant of Hamza, meaning 'lion' or 'strong' in ArabicArabic—
- HarceOf uncertain originEnglish—
- HarleyquinnFrom the compound name Harley Quinn, based on a fictional character in the Batman franchiseModern coinage—
- HazeleneDerived from the hazel tree or the hazel-colored eye, with the French diminutive suffix -eneEnglish—
- HarlaOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HaylynOf uncertain origin, likely a modern inventive name combining the sound of Hayley or Hayden with the popular suffix -lynModern coinage—
- HeverOf uncertain originEnglish—
- HanaanCompassionate, tender-hearted, or mercyArabic—
- HeddyPossibly a diminutive of Hedda or a variant of Hedy, itself a short form of Hedwig, meaning 'battle' or 'war'German—
- HajimeBeginning, startJapanese—
- HalfordOf uncertain origin, possibly from a surname meaning 'hollow ford' or 'half ford'English—
- HeikeRuler of the home or home rulerGerman—
- HersheySurname of English origin, originally a place name meaning 'hersg's island' or 'horse island'English—
- HalynnModern coinage, often considered a blend of 'Haley' and 'Lynn' or a feminine form of 'Hal'Modern coinage—
- HilbertoBright battle or illustrious warriorSpanish—
- HollisterOf uncertain origin, possibly a transferred use of an English surname meaning 'dweller near the holly grove'English—
- Hurshellof uncertain originModern coinage—
- HanadiThe name Hanadi is likely of Arabic origin and is often associated with beauty and grace, though its exact meaning is debatedArabic—
- Havahlife or living being, from the Hebrew word for 'breath' or 'life'Hebrew—
- HeavinOf uncertain meaningModern coinage—
- HisashiOf uncertain originJapanese—
- Hoof uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Hu or a short form of HobertModern coinage—
- HaniahOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HulbertBright heart or bright mind, from the Germanic elements 'hul' (grace) and 'berht' (bright)English—
- HaeGraceEnglish—
- HarsimranMeditating on God, one who is absorbed in the Divine remembranceSanskrit—
- HajiraMeaning uncertainArabic—
- HarshithOne who is joyful or cheerful, or a variant of HarshitaSanskrit—
- HiilaniHeld in heaven or heavenly holdHawaiian—
- HagerThe name Hager is an alternate form of Hagar, meaning "flight" or "stranger" in Hebrew, though some sources associate it with Arabic meanings related to "one who flees" or "emigrantHebrew—
- Hebeyouth, prime of lifeGreek—
- HirenOne meaning debated: either the Gujarati word for 'diamond' or a variant of the Sanskrit 'Hiranya' meaning 'golden'Sanskrit—
- HarleaCombination of Harley and the popular suffix -a, or a variant of HarleyModern coinage—
- HassaanHandsome, beautiful, or goodArabic—
- HattyeDiminutive of Harriet, derived from Harry, meaning 'home ruler'English—
- HarimOf uncertain origin, possibly derived from Hebrew meaning 'devoted' or 'consecrated', or an Arabic name meaning 'lofty' or 'sublime'Hebrew—
- HarneetGreen forestSanskrit—
- HetalFriendlySanskrit—
- Hiepof uncertain originModern coinage—
- Hildagardbattle enclosureGerman—
- Hubbertof uncertain originEnglish—
- Halyof uncertain originEnglish—
- HonestieVariant of the English word name Honesty, meaning "truthfulness" or "integrityModern coinage—
- HyShort form of Hiram or of names like Hyrum, possibly meaning 'exalted brother' in Hebrew, or a nickname for Hugh, meaning 'mind, spirit'English—
- HjalmarHelmet-warrior or helmeted warriorScandinavian—
- HernandezSon of Hernando, where Hernando is a Spanish form of FerdinandSpanish—
- HinleyOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HitomiA Japanese name meaning 'pupil of the eye' or 'eye,' often interpreted poetically as a window to the soulJapanese—
- HymieDiminutive of Hyman, derived from the Yiddish name Chaim, meaning 'life'Hebrew—
- Herronof uncertain originEnglish—
- HoudaA female name of Arabic origin, meaning 'guided' or 'one who follows the right path'Arabic—
- Harbertof uncertain originEnglish—
- HikeemOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HarikaA name from South Indian languages meaning 'beautiful' or 'graceful', often considered a feminine form of Harika, though its exact derivation is debatedSanskrit—
- Hileryof uncertain originLatin—
- HserOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HalvorProbably derived from the Old Norse elements hallr 'rock' and varr 'vigilant', thus 'rock guardian' or 'defender of the rock'Scandinavian—
- HediOf uncertain originGerman—
- HelyneDerived from Helen, meaning 'torch' or 'coruscating light' of uncertain originGreek—
- HesperEvening star, referring to the planet Venus when it appears in the evening skyGreek—
- HerbertaBright armyEnglish—
- HajiOne who has performed the Hajj pilgrimage to MeccaArabic—
- HaleemahGentle, patient, mild-temperedArabic—
- HopieDiminutive of Hope, meaning 'hope' or 'desire'English—
- HansiniSwan, or a graceful woman resembling a swanSanskrit—
- HaikArmenian name meaning "living" or "life-givingArabic—
- HanishOf uncertain originModern coinage—
- HeidemarieHeidemarie combines two Germanic elements: 'heid' meaning 'kind, sort' or 'heath,' and 'mar' meaning 'famousGerman—
- HektorHektor is the Latinized form of the Greek name Hektor, traditionally meaning 'holding fast' or 'defender'Greek—
- Hairoof uncertain originModern coinage—
- Hartmanhardy man or deer manGerman—
- Hezikiah—
- Hakiem—
- Hardeep—
- Horice—
- Halcyon—
- Hlee—
- Hadlei—
- Haillee—
- Halil—
- Hadlea—
- Havanah—
- Henli—
- Haldon—
- Hayly—