Unexpected gift; halo or moon glow
In Arabic, the name is often associated with the aura or halo around the moon. In Old Norse contexts, it is a feminine form of Hallr, meaning rock or stone, while in some African traditions it translates to an unexpected gift.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Halla in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American news anchor and journalist
Syrian activist and subject of the documentary Watani: My Homeland
Icelandic singer
President of Iceland
