Hay meadow or nook
Derived from the Old English words 'heall' meaning hall or manor, or 'healh' meaning a nook or remote valley. It is also frequently associated with the Scandinavian name Halla, meaning rock. In modern times, it is often chosen as a tribute to the city of Halle in Germany or as a variation of the name Holly.
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