Halsey
Halsey: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhɔːlzi/ · /ˈhɔːlsi/
Meaning and origin of Halsey
Root meaning: “neck of land”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Places in England, from Old English hals (“neck of land”) + Old English īeġ (“island”)
How popular is Halsey?
Since 1880, 543 girls and 413 boys in the U.S. have been named Halsey (57% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3175 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #741 in 1881. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Halsey FAQ
What does the name Halsey mean?
Halsey traces back to a root meaning "neck of land". A male given name transferred from the surname. Places in England, from Old English hals (“neck of land”) + Old English īeġ (“island”)
What is the origin of the name Halsey?
Halsey is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Halsey?
Since 1880, 543 girls and 413 boys in the U.S. have been named Halsey (57% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3175 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #741 in 1881. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Halsey a boy or girl name?
Halsey is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (543 girls and 413 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.