name
Halsey
HAWL-zee
Halsey (name) means a surname of Old English origin. Example: “Admiral William "Bull" Halsey commanded the US Third Fleet in World War II.”
name
1
A surname of Old English origin.
"Admiral William "Bull" Halsey commanded the US Third Fleet in World War II."
2
A given name, transferred from the surname.
"The singer Halsey took her stage name from a New York subway stop."
How to use Halsey
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA surname and, more recently, a first name used by both men and women.
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Etymology
From Old English words for "neck of land" and "island," describing a place's shape.
Rhymes for Halsey
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What does “Halsey” mean?
The word “Halsey” means a surname of Old English origin. In plain terms, a surname and, more recently, a first name used by both men and women.
How do you pronounce “Halsey”?
“Halsey” is pronounced HAWL-zee (/ˈhɔːlzi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Halsey” in a sentence?
Here is “Halsey” used in a sentence: “Admiral William "Bull" Halsey commanded the US Third Fleet in World War II.”
What part of speech is “Halsey”?
“Halsey” is a name.
Where does the word “Halsey” come from?
The word “Halsey” comes from Old English. From Old English words for "neck of land" and "island," describing a place's shape.
How many meanings does “Halsey” have?
“Halsey” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname of Old English origin.
