Halo
Meaning
"ring of light"
Origin: Greek
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #512
- Total SSA Count
- 598
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Casual
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"ring of light"
Origin: Greek
"murmuring rock, ambush rock"
Origin: Celtic/Germanic
Lorelei is more popular, ranked #456 vs #512 for Halo.
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Lorelei is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Halo at #512 in the United States.
Halo means "ring of light" (Greek origin). Lorelei means "murmuring rock, ambush rock" (Celtic/Germanic origin).
Halo is primarily a girl name. Lorelei is primarily a girl name.