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Harold

Harold is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#850

How popular is Harold?

Popularity in the United States

Harold has been given to 553,066 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 6,992 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Harold per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Harold has been given to 3,666 babies in France since 1901, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.

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Babies named Harold per year in France, 1901–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 505 people called Harold living in Spain, with an average age of 42.1.

553,066 Babies named since 1880
1920s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Harold

Is Harold a boy's or a girl's name?

Harold is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Harold?

Harold has been given to 553,066 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. Its use has declined since that peak.