Hope
Haben is a name of East African origin, specifically from the Tigrinya language spoken in Eritrea and Ethiopia. It translates directly to 'hope' and is often chosen to reflect a parent's optimism or a sense of pride. In the United States, it is a rare and distinctive choice that carries a powerful, positive message.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Haben in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Human rights lawyer and first Deafblind graduate of Harvard Law School
