Halpern is a variation of the Jewish surname Heilprin and may refer to: Baruch Halpern, professor of Jewish studies Benjamin Halpern, American marine biologist and ecologist Carolyn Halpern, American psychologist Charles Halpern, lawyer Charna Halpern, American comedian and co–founder of ImprovOlympic Cheryl Halpern, chair of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting David Halpern, Wikipedia