Old-Fashioned Girl Names That Start With H

Old-fashioned girl names starting with h

When expecting a baby girl, one of the most exciting things to do is choosing a name for your little bundle of joy. But with a dizzing array of options to choose from, it's understandable you might need a little help to get started on the process.

If you're interested in old-fashioned girl names, particularly those that begin with the letter H, we're here to help you get started on that process. From sweet comeback names (Hazel, Hattie) to more unusual H names (Hester, Henrietta), here are 10 old-fashioned girls names that start with H.

Hazel

Hazel used to have a definite throwback vibe, but it's become so popular in the recent past that it barely belongs on this list.

Helen

For one person, Helen is a grandma name through-and-through, while to another, it's a lovely blast-from-the-past that deserves a new lease of life. What's your take?

Hattie

After a long slumber, Hattie is being welcomed back into the fold.

Harriet

(or Harriett). People used to think anyone named Harriet must be a silvery old lady, not a newborn, but that's starting to change.

Henrietta

Once a firm fixture on the baby name charts, Henrietta has faded into the dust. But is Henrietta gone forever? Probably not. After all, this is a name with hundreds of years of usage under its belt.

Hilda

To many parents, Hilda sounds hopelessly clunky; to some forward-thinking parents, however, it's a funky-clunky baby name ready to be brought back into use.

Helene

All the old-school charm of Helen, with a French twist.

Harriette

Harriet with extra frills and lace.

Hester

Yes we know, this name sounds pretty frumpy—but so did sound-sibling Esther not too long ago.

Hettie

A warm, sweet name with a homespun, vintage vibe.