The baby name Hail is a Unisex name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced /heɪl/ (HAYL).
The baby name Hail is a Unisex name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced /heɪl/ (HAYL).
Hail is English, Norse in Origin.
Hail is a modern English word-name with deep Germanic roots. As the weather term, it comes from Old English hægel (Proto-Germanic haglaz), echoed by German Hagel. As a cry of greeting or acclaim ("hail!"), it reflects Old Norse heill, meaning "health" and "good fortune," related to English hale "healthy." The double sense blends brisk, elemental imagery with a note of triumph and blessing.
As a given name Hail is rare and largely unisex, fitting today’s taste for nature-rich and bold, minimalist word names. It also surfaces as a streamlined alternative to Hailey/Haley or a variant of the surname-derived Hale/Haile. Related forms and spellings include Hale, Haile, Hailie, Hailey, Haley, Hayley; surnames Hales/Hailes; and the Amharic name Haile ("power, might"), which is culturally distinct but phonetically close. Possible short forms are Hail, Hails, or Hal. Overall meanings evoke storm-spark energy, acclamation, and robust health.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MY | 0 | #354 | 1 | 12,352 | |
| JO | Boys | 0 | #389 | 1 | 7,057 |
| YE | 0 | #394 | 5 | 8,639 | |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #523 | 1 | 11,913 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #561 | 1 | 10,655 |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #624 | 2 | 10,983 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #632 | 1 | 18,916 |
| LB | 0 | #690 | 1 | 13,263 | |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #739 | 1 | 17,960 |
| SY | 0 | #767 | 1 | 11,684 | |
| TN | 0 | #865 | 1 | 13,765 | |
| United States | Boys | 2022 | #904 | 5 | 7,226 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #925 | 1 | 15,035 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,178 | 5 | 25,439 |
| MA | 0 | #1,198 | 2 | 20,986 | |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,602 | 13 | 28,008 |
Hail is popular in 14 countries — most recent births per country:
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