Hales

Hales is a surname that has its roots in the Old English word “halh,” meaning a nook or hollow. It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer lived in or near a place called Hales. The name is found throughout England and is most commonly associated with the villages of Halesowen and Halesworth. Today, the surname Hales can be found all over the world, and many people with this surname have made significant contributions to fields such as politics, business, and the arts.