Hal
Meaning of Hal
Originating from Old English, the name Hal is a traditional male name that has stood the test of time. It is derived from the word "hal," meaning "hero" or "warrior." The name Hal carries associations of strength, bravery, and resilience. In English, it is pronounced as /hæl/. Over the years, Hal has maintained a steady level of popularity in the United States. While not commonly used today, it has been consistently chosen by parents for their newborn sons. With its rich history and powerful connotations, Hal is a timeless choice for those seeking a strong and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as hal (/hæl/)
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Notable People Named Hal
| Hal Holbrook - Harold Rowe Holbrook Jr. was an American actor known for his acclaimed portrayal of Mark Twain and his numerous awards in theater, television, and film. |
| Hal Moore - Harold Gregory Moore Jr. was a highly decorated United States Army lieutenant general and author. |
| Harry Clement Stubbs, also known as Hal Clement, was a prominent American science fiction writer and leader of the hard science fiction subgenre, who also created astronomically themed artwork under the name George Richard. |
| Hal Sparks - Hal Harry Magee Sparks III is a multi-talented American entertainer known for his work as a comedian, actor, musician, and television personality. |
| Hal Linden is an American stage and screen actor, television director, and musician. |
| William Hal Ashby was an influential American film director and editor known for his countercultural attitude and association with the New Hollywood wave of filmmaking. |
| Hal Blaine was a highly acclaimed American drummer and session musician, known for his work on over 35,000 recording sessions and 6,000 singles, including 150 US top 10 hits. |
| Hal Abelson - Harold Abelson is a prominent computer scientist, MIT professor, and co-founder of Creative Commons and the Free Software Foundation. |
| Hal David - Harold Lane David, an American lyricist from New York City, is best known for his collaborations with composer Burt Bacharach and his association with Dionne Warwick. |
| Hal Finney - Harold Thomas Finney II was an American software developer known for his work on console games and his early involvement with bitcoin. |
| Hal Higdon is an American writer, runner, and author of 34 books, including the best-selling Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide, known for his training plans and extensive contributions to Runner's World magazine. |
| Hal McRae - Harold Abraham McRae is a former left fielder in Major League Baseball who played for the Cincinnati Reds and Kansas City Royals and is the father of former major league outfielder Brian McRae. |
| Hal Borland - Harold "Hal" Glen Borland was an American writer, journalist, and naturalist known for his non-fiction and fiction books about the outdoors and his work as a staff writer and editorialist for The New York Times. |
| Hal Halpin is an American computer game executive and entrepreneur, known as the president and founder of the Entertainment Consumers Association (ECA). |
| Hal Rothman - Hal K. Rothman was a renowned historian, professor, radio show host, editor, and prolific author, known for his contributions to environmental history and American West history. |
