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Hal vs Haddon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hal

Boy #3,485 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"home ruler (from Henry)"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,485
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hal Rank #3,485
Haddon Rank #3,291

Haddon is more popular, ranked #3291 vs #3485 for Hal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hal or Haddon more popular?

Haddon is more popular, ranked #3291 compared to Hal at #3485 in the United States.

What do Hal and Haddon mean?

Hal means "home ruler (from Henry)" (Germanic origin). Haddon means "heather hill, heath valley" (Old English origin).

Are Hal and Haddon boy or girl names?

Hal is primarily a boy name. Haddon is primarily a boy name.

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