Are you looking for children's names starting with H? Then you've found the right place. Here we've gathered one of the most comprehensive lists of girls' and boys' names starting with H. The list includes classic Swedish names, modern short names, international alternatives and unique names that are not among the most common. Perfect for those who want inspiration and plenty of options to choose from when finding the right name for their child.
Names beginning with H are often strong and timeless, but there are also several soft and modern alternatives. Many of the most popular H names have been around for a long time in Sweden and have a stable place in the top charts, for example Mr Hugo, Henry and Hanna. At the same time, there are more unique variants such as Hedwig, Helmi and Hilmar, which gives the child a name that stands out.
Maiden name with an H
Here's a long and complete list of girls' names starting with H, sorted in alphabetical order.
| Name |
|---|
| Hanna |
| Hedda |
| Hedwig |
| Helena |
| Mrs Helga |
| Helmi |
| henna |
| Henny |
| Henrietta |
| Henrika |
| Hera |
| Hilda |
| Hilde |
| Hilya |
| Hilma |
| Hollie |
| Holly |
| Honoria |
| Hydrangea |
| Hulda |
| Hilda-Maria |
| Helin |
| Henny-Sofia |
| Hjördis |
| Helen |
| Hillevi |
| Hedrun |
| Hedlina |
| Helmina |
| Helinda |
| Hanna-Louise |
| Hedviga |
| Hermina |
| Hera-Linn |
| Henny-Maria |
| Mr Hilfrid |
| Helmy |
| Hedla |
| Mrs Helfrid |
| Hedli |
| Hjalmfrid |
| Hedelia |
| Helny |
Most popular girl names in H right now
- Hanna
- Hedda
- Hilda
- Hilma
- Helena
Boys' names beginning with H
Here's a list of boys' names starting with H, from classic Swedish to more international options.
| Name |
|---|
| Halvar |
| Mr Hans |
| Mr Harald |
| Mr Harry |
| Henning |
| Mr Henrik |
| Henry |
| Mr Herbert |
| Hilding |
| Hjalmar |
| Hjalte |
| Mr Holger |
| Mr Hugo |
| Mr Håkan |
| Hubert |
| Helge |
| Hilmar |
| Inhibition |
| Hemminge |
| Mr Herman |
| Helmer |
| Håvid |
| Haldor |
| Hemmingius |
| Hallvard |
| Hildemar |
| Henry |
| Mr Hendrik |
| Inhibitor |
| Hazel |
| Hemmingston |
| Hildor |
| Halsten |
| Outstanding |
| Hemmingus |
| deer |
| Inhibitions |
| hay debt |
| Hallstones |
| Hjalle |
| Hemmingrud |
Most popular boy names in H right now
- Mr Hugo
- Henry
- Mr Henrik
- Hjalmar
- Mr Harald
Meaning and name trends for the letter H
The letter H has a strong position in Swedish names, both among girls and boys. Many H names have old Nordic roots, for example Mr Harald and Hjalmar, while others are international and modern, like Holly and Hector. Names like Mr Hugo and Henry are recurrent in the charts in Sweden and many other countries, making them timeless and internationally recognisable.
For girls, names like Hanna, Hedda and Hilda common in Sweden, often linked to classical tradition. At the same time, there is growing interest in more unique options such as Helmi or Hilya, especially among parents who want to find something more unusual yet easy to pronounce. This mix means that H names suit many different preferences, from the safe and classic to the more personalised and rare.
Tips when choosing a name for H
- Remember that H-names are often easy to pronounce both in Sweden and internationally.
- Classic names like Henry or Hanna are suitable for all ages and feel timeless.
- If you want something more unique, you can choose less common names like Hilja or Hilmar.
- Feel free to combine a short H-name with a longer middle name for balance.
- Read up on the meaning of the names, many H-names have roots in Nordic languages or have biblical and historical connections.
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