Hall
Hall is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Manor house, hall, or dwelling.
Origin and history
Hall is an English surname derived from a topographic or occupational name for someone who lived or worked at a manor house or hall. Historically used as a given name in the United States, it remains relatively rare today. It offers a classic, tailored, and traditional aesthetic for parents interested in surname-based names.
Popularity in the United States
877 babies in the United States have been named Hall since 1880. It ranks #3801 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1884.
States where it is most popular
- NC (62.9 %)
- GA (22.9 %)
- TN (14.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 25 |
| 1900-1910 | 13 |
| 1910-1920 | 189 |
| 1920-1930 | 185 |
| 1930-1940 | 124 |
| 1940-1950 | 111 |
| 1950-1960 | 77 |
| 1960-1970 | 38 |
| 1970-1980 | 10 |
| 1980-1990 | 10 |
| 1990-2000 | 11 |
| 2000-2010 | 23 |
| 2010-2019 | 12 |
| 2020-2029 | 43 |
Famous people named Hall
- Hall Bartlett: Film Director, Producer
Fun facts
- The name originally designated someone who lived near or was employed at a medieval manor house or town hall.
- Hall has a long history of usage in the United States dating back to the 19th century, though it remains uncommon today.