Arrow vs Harper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arrow

Boy #1,674 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"swift projectile, arrow"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,789 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"harp player, one who plays the harp"

Origin: Old English hearpere

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Arrow Rank #1,674

Harper Rank #1,789

Arrow is more popular, ranked #1674 vs #1789 for Harper.

Is Arrow or Harper more popular?

Arrow is more popular, ranked #1674 compared to Harper at #1789 in the United States.

What do Arrow and Harper mean?

Arrow means "swift projectile, arrow" (Old English origin). Harper means "harp player, one who plays the harp" (Old English hearpere origin).

Are Arrow and Harper boy or girl names?

Arrow is primarily a boy name. Harper is primarily a boy name.