Find out how popular the first name Halston has been for the last 43 years (from 1981 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Halston by gender

Based on the last 43 years of data, Halston is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 60% of people named Halston being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 97 female babies and 60 male babies born with the name Halston.

It's also interesting to see that despite Halston being historically a mostly male name, the most recent data from 2023 shows a shift in the trend, with more female babies being named Halston.

The history of the first name Halston

The name Halston has its origins in Old English, derived from the elements "haele" meaning "healthy" or "hale" and "tun" meaning "settlement" or "enclosure." It likely emerged as a surname in the Anglo-Saxon period, referring to someone who lived in a healthy or prosperous settlement.

While the name's earliest recorded use as a given name is uncertain, it gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly due to the fame of the American fashion designer Roy Halston Frowick (1932-1990). Halston revolutionized American fashion in the 1970s with his minimalist, elegant designs and became a cultural icon, known for his lavish lifestyle and association with celebrities.

Beyond the fashion designer, other notable individuals with the first name Halston include:

Halston Sage (born 1993), an American actress known for her roles in films such as "Paper Towns" and "Before I Fall."

Halston Hitchcock (born 1980), an American singer-songwriter and musician, best known for his work with the band The Polyphonic Spree.

Halston Meyers (born 1996), an American football player who played as a wide receiver for the University of Missouri.

Halston Bland (born 1996), an American football player who played as a defensive back for the University of Arkansas.

Halston Tatum (born 1993), an American professional basketball player who played in the NBA G League and overseas.

While the name Halston may have originated as a surname, its adoption as a given name reflects its unique and stylish sound, perhaps influenced by the fame of the fashion designer who popularized it. The name's Old English roots and associations with health and prosperity have given way to more modern connotations of creativity, fashion, and individuality.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Halston was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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