Hal
boy name#3128 in 2025Hal entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #305 in 1956, ranks #3128 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3128
rank today
#305
peak (1956)
38
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #453 |
| 1890s | #413 |
| 1900s | #467 |
| 1910s | #475 |
| 1920s | #447 |
| 1930s | #421 |
| 1940s | #396 |
| 1950s | #346 |
| 1960s | #556 |
| 1970s | #905 |
| 1980s | #1381 |
| 1990s | #2937 |
| 2000s | #5748 |
| 2010s | #5220 |
| 2020s | #3743 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hal has been most popular in CA, NY, UT.
Living bearers
About 8,700 people named Hal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hal alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hal in 2025?
- Hal ranks #3128 among US boy names in 2025, with 38 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hal most popular?
- Hal peaked in 1956, reaching #305 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hal with classmates?
- Hal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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