3666 Honorable Baby Names That Start With H

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H, the eighth letter of the Latin alphabet and modern English alphabet originates from the term heth, borrowed from early Phoenician scripts. Its form is believed to have been derived from an early symbol for fence. Names that start with H are part of many cultures, and the letter has different pronunciations. In American English, H is pronounced aitch, while in British, it is pronounced aitch or haitch, with the latter representing a voiceless glottal fricative sound, similar to one made while pronouncing the word house. Additionally, in some names, the letter H can be silent, and it is usually pronounced weakly when it appears between two vowels.

H represents many unique concepts. For example, in chemistry, it stands for hydrogen, one of the molecules that forms water. In geometry and trigonometry, the lowercase ‘h’ is used to denote the height of a shape or object. Many names—feminine, masculine, and gender-neutral—begin with this versatile letter. They include bold ones such as Haider (lion) and Hebert (glorious soldier), shorter options such as Hena, meaning ‘joy,’ Haku, meaning ‘soul,’ and names, such as Henry, which have ranked among the top US names for the past few years (1).

Thus, these origins and connections make it one of the best letters to start your child's name with. For an easier selection of names starting with H, we have compiled a list of diverse baby names and included brief notes on their meanings. Keep scrolling to learn more about them.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Henry	Boy	Home ruler
Hazel	Girl	The hazel tree
Hannah	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Hunter	Boy	A Hunter; Pursuer
Hailey	Girl	Meadow of hay; Hay clearing
Harrison	Boy	House ruler; Son of Harry
Harmony	Girl	Unity; Concord
Hope	Girl	Expectation; The virtue of Hope
Holden	Boy	Hollow valley
Hendrix	Boy	Home ruler

Hallie	Girl	Dweller at the meadow; Clearing
Hector	Boy	To check; To have; To hold; To restrain; Brown horse
Heidi	Girl	Noble birth; Nobility
Harvey	Boy	Strong in battle
Hank	Boy	Home ruler; God is gracious
Hugo	Boy	Mind; Spirit; Thought
Helen	Girl	Warm; Moon; To shine; Light; Sun
Hattie	Girl	Home or land ruler
Harley	Boy	Hare's meadow
Helena	Girl	Torch; Shining light

Hanna	Girl	Favor; Grace; God has favored me
Haley	Girl	Hay clearing; Clearing in the woods
Hezekiah	Boy	God strengthens; Yahweh strengthens
Huxley	Boy	Inhospitable place; Hugh's meadow, clearing, woodland
Houston	Boy	Hugh's town
Harlan	Boy	Hare's land; Flax
Holland	Girl	Woodland; Point of land; Heel; Land
Hamza	Boy	Strong; Steadfast
Hadassah	Girl	Myrtle tree
Hayley	Girl	Hay clearing; Fence; Nook; Valley

Harry	Boy	Ruler of the household
Halle	Girl	Rock; Army ruler; Manor; Hall
Halo	Girl	Luminous ring; Divine aura; Disc of the Sun or Moon
Hugh	Boy	Mind; Thought; Soul; Spirit
Harlee	Girl	Hare of the clearing; Farm of the rocks
Hassan	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautifier; Improver; Benefactor
Hana	Girl	Hope, Flower, Bliss, Number one, craft, Shine, Moon
Harmoni	Girl	Peace; Concord
Henrik	Boy	Lord of the house; Estate ruler 80
Howard	Boy	High defender; Chief guardian; Heart-brave

Haylee	Girl	Hay clearing
Harlem	Boy	A vibrant neighborhood in New York city; Home on a forested dune
Hadleigh	Girl	From the heather meadow; Field of heather
Heath	Boy	Someone who lived on or near a moor or heath
Harold	Boy	Army king; Commander; Powerful; Mighty
Harris	Boy	Son of Harry; Home ruler; Army ruler
Harriet	Girl	Home ruler
Haiden	Boy	Hay valley; Hay hill; Armor; Clothes; Hedged valley
Heavenly	Girl	Of the heavens; Celestial; Divine
Hakeem	Boy	Wise; Ruler

Henri	Boy	Home ruler
Hensley	Unisex	Woodland clearing
Hans	Boy	God is gracious; Swan
Honesty	Girl	Truthfulness; Someone who is truthful and Honest
Hansel	Boy	Little Hans; God is gracious
Hasan	Boy	Handsome
Hollis	Boy	One who lives by the holly tree
Harlie	Girl	Hare's meadow
Huck	Boy	Resembling the fruit
Humberto	Boy	Renowned warrior; Shining intellect

Hagen	Boy	Enclosure; Young; Protector patron
Hampton	Boy	Home; Water meadow; Enclosure
Hafsa	Girl	Female lion cub; Little lioness
Haven	Boy	Harbor; Safe place
Hardin	Boy	Brave; Strong; Hardy; Valley of the hare; Affectionate
Hussein	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Haddie	Girl	Home ruler; Enclosure; Heather field
Haidyn	Girl	Hay valley; Armor; Clothes; Hay hill
Hadi	Boy	Leader; Guide
Hiram	Boy	High born; Benevolent brother; Brother of the exalted

Haizley	Unisex	Unique; Contemporary
Hoyt	Boy	Someone who lives high or on a hill; Stick
Hendrick	Boy	Rules his household
Hussain	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Heidy	Girl	Nobility
Halima	Girl	Patient; Tolerant; Gentle; Mild mannered; Generous
Hernan	Boy	Spiritual pilgrim; Peace; Journey; Boldness; Daring
Holt	Boy	Forest; A small wood or grove of trees; Forested land
Hamilton	Boy	Flat-topped hill
Haroon	Boy	High mountain; Exalted

Haziel	Boy	God sees
Hailie	Girl	Hay meadow
Hendrixx	Boy	Home ruler; Estate ruler
Harmonie	Girl	Harmony; In agreement
Heston	Boy	One who came from Heston; Farmstead; Settlement; Brushwood
Hayven	Unisex	A safe place
Hazley	Unisex	Hazel tree meadow; Enclosure on the hills; Wet haylands
Huntley	Boy	From the hunt field; Meadow of the hunter
Halen	Boy	Hero; From the hall; Stony
Harlen	Boy	Meadow of the hares

Henrietta	Girl	Ruler of an estate; Ruler of the home
Haya	Girl	Hurry; Come quickly; Life; Feathers universally
Haris	Boy	Grace; Kindness; Plowman; Cultivator
Hyrum	Boy	My brother is exalted; High-Born
Halston	Boy	Rock; Stone
Hawa	Girl	Air; Desire; To live; To breathe
Hadassa	Girl	Myrtle tree
Hazen	Boy	Smooth and beautiful
Hellen	Girl	Torch; Sunray; Shining light 60
Heriberto	Boy	Army bright; Shining fighter; Warrior

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Deciding on a name for your child can seem daunting, as it connects them to the meanings and origins behind the name. To simplify and streamline the baby-naming process, you may consider choosing from this list of names starting with the letter H for your child, as they are part of many cultures. Such names also vary in length and carry diverse symbolic meanings, allowing you to choose one that aligns with the meanings you are looking for. Explore our curated list and pick the best one for your child.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some names that start with H in the Bible?

There are quite a few names starting with H found in the Bible. A few examples are Hannah, the mother of Samuel. Hannah is a Hebrew name that means ‘favor’ or ‘grace.’ Herod, commonly known as Herod the Great, is another character. Herod is a Greek name that means ‘song of the hero,’ and Haggai is a minor prophet who wrote a book in the Old Testament. The name has Hebrew roots, and it means ‘festive.’

2. What are some Hindu goddess names that start with H?

Hinal is a Hindu goddess name that starts with the letter H. She is the goddess of beauty and wealth. Himavathi is another epithet for two Hindu goddesses, Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Parvati. Himani is also another epithet for Goddess Parvati, meaning ‘made of gold’ or ‘as precious as gold.’ Another byname for Goddess Parvati is Himaja, daughter of Himachal Parvati.

3. What is the name of Lord Shiva that starts with the letter H?

In Hinduism, Lord Shiva is an Indian god with up to 108 names. One of the epithets that start with the letter H is Hara. It is a Sanskrit word and is considered to be an early name given to Lord Shiva from the Harappan culture.

Infographic: Baby Names Starting With Letter H

Names beginning with H have a unique appeal, offering a mix of tradition and modernity. From the gentle grace of Haana to the adventurous spirit of Hunter, these names are diverse and full of character. Dive into this collection to find the perfect H name that brings hope, happiness, and harmony to your baby's life.

baby names that start with h (infographic)

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Popularity of the name Henry
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