Haaland
A Scandinavian given name derived from Old Norse meaning "high land".
Name Census estimates that about 43 living Americans carry the first name Haaland. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Haaland today is around 3 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Haaland births was 2024 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Haaland. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Haaland. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
43
~ 1 in 7,971,031 Americans
Peak year
2024
16 babies that year
Average age
3
years old
2024 SSA rank
#5,728
Tracked since 2021
Popularity
Haaland: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Haaland by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Haaland during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 43 | 0 | 43 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Haaland
The given name Haaland is of Scandinavian origin, specifically from Norway. It is believed to have originated from the Old Norse words "hár" meaning "high" and "land" meaning "land" or "ground." This name likely referred to someone who lived in a high or elevated area of land.
In ancient Norse mythology, there are references to the name Haaland being associated with the god Odin, who was also known as the "High One." This suggests that the name may have been used to denote a connection to this revered deity or to individuals of high status or importance within Norse society.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Haaland can be traced back to the Viking Age, which spanned from the late 8th century to the late 11th century. During this period, the name was likely used by Norse settlers and explorers who established settlements across Scandinavia and parts of Europe.
One of the most notable historical figures with the name Haaland was Haaland Eriksson, a Norwegian chieftain and explorer who lived in the 10th century. He is credited with leading a successful expedition to Greenland and establishing one of the first Norse settlements in the region.
Another famous individual with the name Haaland was Haaland Thorvaldsson, a renowned Norse skald (poet) who lived in the 11th century. His works were highly regarded and celebrated for their intricate use of language and poetic imagery.
In the 13th century, there was a notable Icelandic scholar and historian named Haaland Sturlusson. He wrote extensively about the history and cultural traditions of the Norse people, and his writings are considered invaluable sources of information about this period.
During the Viking Age, the name Haaland was also associated with the legendary Norse explorer Leif Eriksson, whose father was named Haaland Eriksson. This connection further underscores the significance of the name within the context of Norse exploration and settlement.
Another noteworthy figure with the name Haaland was Haaland Sigurdsson, a Norwegian warrior and chieftain who lived in the 11th century. He was renowned for his military prowess and leadership in battles against rival clans and neighboring kingdoms.
People
Haaland + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Haaland as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Haaland: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Haaland?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 43 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Haaland going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 7,971,031 US residents.
Is Haaland a common name?
We classify Haaland as "Very Rare". It ranks above 52.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 43 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Haaland most popular?
The single biggest year for Haaland was 2024, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Haaland is about 3 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Haaland a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Haaland in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.