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Haile

HYE-lee

/ˈhaɪliː/

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Haile

Name meaning and origin

Origin
Ethiopic/Ge'ez
Meaning
power of
Gender
male

Pronunciation tips

Two syllables. Stress on first syllable. Famous bearer: Haile Selassie, Haile Gebrselassie.

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