Hale
boy name#6446 in 2025Hale entered the US charts in 1892, peaked at #900 in 1896, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1892–2025
#6446
rank today
#900
peak (1896)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #983 |
| 1910s | #1855 |
| 1920s | #1674 |
| 1930s | #2280 |
| 1940s | #2428 |
| 1950s | #2782 |
| 1960s | #3048 |
| 1970s | #4268 |
| 1980s | #5546 |
| 1990s | #6411 |
| 2000s | #5514 |
| 2010s | #5871 |
| 2020s | #6162 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Hale are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hale alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hale in 2025?
- Hale ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hale most popular?
- Hale peaked in 1896, reaching #900 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hale with classmates?
- Hale will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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