Harlowe
Meanings & Origins
"army hill"
"rock hill, mound"
Popularity
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“A vintage glamour name with Old English roots”
Origin & Etymology
Harlowe is an elaborated spelling of Harlow, an English surname from Old English meaning army hill or mound. The place name Harlow in Essex, England gave rise to the surname, which has become a fashionable given name for girls. The e ending adds a literary flair reminiscent of Marlowe.
Popularity Story
Harlowe surged in popularity following celebrity use - notably Nicole Richie and Joel Madden named their daughter Harlow in 2008. The spelling with e became popular as an elegant variant.
Cultural Significance
Jean Harlow, the iconic platinum blonde actress of Hollywood's Golden Age, lent glamour to the name. The variant spelling Harlowe suggests literary sophistication, evoking playwright Christopher Marlowe.
Fun Facts
- Jean Harlow was Hollywood's original blonde bombshell and the first woman on the cover of Life magazine
- Nicole Richie named her daughter Harlow in 2008, sparking a naming trend