Hal Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hal Name at a Glance

Name	Hal
Meaning	A nickname for Henry 'Rules his household.'.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Hal Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hal means “A nickname for Henry 'Rules his household”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Hal Name Origin

Our database records Hal under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Hal a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Hal is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Hal

When considering Hal for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.