Male Name
Hal
ˈhæl
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
Alan Wake characters
Angry Birds characters
Archie Comics characters
A Series of Unfortunate Events characters
A Song of Ice and Fire characters
Astral Chain characters
bandleaders
Bully characters
celebrity babies
clarinetists
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
64/100
classic140%
mature65%
informal120%
wholesome65%
strong80%
simple140%
Meaning & Etymology
Hal is a medieval diminutive of the name Harry. It gained historical significance through its use in Shakespeare's plays about Henry IV, where Prince Hal is the name of the future King Henry V. The name has evolved over time and is now used in various contexts, including as a given name and in cultural references.
Etymology
Original Form:
Harry
Evolution:
Medieval diminutive form of Harry, later popularized through literature and historical references.
Source:
Shakespeare's historical plays about Henry IV