Female and male first names beginning with the letter “H”..
HELIODORO
MaleUnique Greek name meaning "gift of the sun.
HELIOS
MaleGreek name meaning 'sun', derived from the ancient word 'helios' and historically used to honor the sun god Helios.
HELISSA
FemaleRare, captivating Greek name created by French poet Arthur Rimbaud, meaning 'spiral' or 'whirlpool'.
HELIUS
MaleLatin-derived boys' name meaning "son of the sun," inspired by the Greek god Helios personifying the Sun itself.
HELIX
MaleRare Greek-origin given name derived from "heliko," meaning "spiral.
HELLA
FemaleRare yet powerful German female name with roots in Old Norse, derived from "Hel", meaning "hidden" or "concealed". It's associated with the goddess of the underworld in Norse mythology.
HELLAN
FemaleUnique feminine Greek given name meaning 'of Helle' or 'of the sea', originating from the mythical figure Helles in ancient Greek mythology.
HELLEN
FemaleGreek-origin variant of Helen, meaning "torch" or "corposant," predating its mythological association with Helen of Troy.
HELLENA
FemaleUnisex name of Greek origin, meaning 'torch' or 'corposant', symbolizing light and guidance, with notable historical figures like Helena Blavatsky.
HELLENE
FemaleRare Greek given name derived from "Hellēn", meaning "Greek" or "of Hellenic extraction".
HELLER
FemaleDistinctive German boy's name, derived from 'heller', meaning 'bright' or 'luminous'.
HELLON
FemaleSwedish name meaning "peace," associated with calmness and harmony. It has a long historical use, including notable figures like Saint Hellon, but remains uncommon outside Scandinavia.
HELLY
FemaleDistinctive Germanic name derived from 'hel', meaning 'to conceal' or 'cover'. It's unique yet robust, standing out due to its rarity.
HELMA
FemaleRare yet historically significant German feminine given name derived from the word 'helm', meaning 'helmet'.
HELMAR
MaleGerman male given name composed of "helmet" and "army/warrior", signifying "armored warrior".
HELMER
MaleScandinavian masculine given name derived from Old Norse 'Helgi', meaning 'Holy' or 'Warrior'.
HELMI
FemaleHelmi, of Arabic origin, means "gentle" or "mild," signifying calmness and compassion. Traditionally a boy's name in ancient Arabia, Helmi is now popular for both genders.
HELMIE
FemaleRare German name derived from Helmold, meaning 'wealthy protector' or 'noble warrior'.
HELMUT
MaleStrong, distinctive German name meaning 'strong as a helmet' or 'like a wolf in armor', historically associated with courage and resilience.
HELMUTH
MaleGerman name meaning "strong in protection" or "brave defender".
HELO
MaleFrench name meaning "she is noble" or "she is bright".
HELOISA
FemaleRare and exquisite Portuguese name derived from the Latin Heloi-sea, known for its association with the legendary medieval scholar Heloise.
HELOISE
FemaleFeminine French name derived from the Old German Heilwig, meaning 'holy war'.
HELON
FemaleRare Greek name meaning "Greek" or "of Hellas," derived from the Greek word "helenos." It was used in ancient Greece to refer to individuals with Greek birth or ancestry and has been associated with heroic figures in mythology, such as Helenos in Homer's Odyssey. Throughout history, Helon has been adapted into various forms like Elon, Helene, or Eleno across different cultures.
HELON
MaleRare Hebrew name meaning "terebinth tree," once popular during biblical times but less used today, adding to its uniqueness.
HELSEA
FemaleScandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word "hel", meaning "to hide or conceal". It is associated with Hel, the ancient Norse goddess of the underworld.
HELTON
MaleDistinct Portuguese-derived given name, originating from the occupational surname "Helton," which refers to someone involved in the hemp trade during medieval times.
HELVI
FemaleDistinctive Finnish female given name derived from the Finnish word "helvetti," meaning "hell.
HELVIE
FemaleCharming French given name derived from the Old Norse Helga, meaning "holy" or "sacred", with a distinctive 'v' ending.
HELYN
FemaleUnique feminine name of Welsh origin, derived from 'Helene', a Greek mythological princess, and believed to mean 'torch' or 'corposant', with historical records dating back to medieval Wales.
HELYNE
FemaleFrench-derived name meaning 'sun-turning' from the heliotrope flower, symbolizing growth, love, and positivity. It's unique yet gaining popularity due to its captivating nature-inspired meaning.
HEMA
FemaleIndian girls' name derived from Sanskrit 'Hem/Hemanta', meaning 'mid-winter'. Historically, it signifies the Hindu goddess of snow and winter, consort of Indra, embodying beauty and warmth.
HEMAL
MaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit 'hem', meaning 'golden'. It signifies preciousness and is associated with Hindu goddess Hemavati, mother of all rivers. Rare yet meaningful, it's often chosen by parents valuing tradition and uniqueness.
HEMALI
FemaleIndian name from Gujarat, derived from Sanskrit "Hemant", meaning "winter". It signifies beauty and prosperity in Hindu culture.
HEMAN
MaleHebrew origin, meaning 'faithful' or 'beloved'.
HEMANI
FemaleRare Indian name from Rajasthan, meaning 'ruby' or 'gemstone'.
HEMANT
MaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit's 'Hemanta', meaning winter season, and also the name of one of seven ancient sages known as Saptarishi in Hindu mythology. This unique name carries rich historical significance, often associated with intelligence and wisdom. Pronounced "Heh-mont", it transcends religious boundaries, being popular among various communities both within India and internationally.
HEMANTH
MaleIndian name of Telangana origin, meaning 'winter' in Sanskrit and associated with Lord Shiva as Hemanteshwara.
HEMEN
FemaleUnique Basque name derived from "hemendik," meaning "from here." It signifies ties to the Basque Country, an autonomous region in northern Spain and southwestern France, and reflects the rich culture and history of the Basque people.
HEMERSON
MaleRare Brazilian name created by Machado de Assis for his novel "Dom Casmurro", possibly meaning 'half of the world'.