Curtis vs Harlem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harlem

Boy #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

Cultural Roots

American African-American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,015
Total SSA Count
220
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Curtis Rank #929
Harlem Rank #1,015

Curtis is more popular, ranked #929 vs #1015 for Harlem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Curtis or Harlem more popular?

Curtis is more popular, ranked #929 compared to Harlem at #1015 in the United States.

What do Curtis and Harlem mean?

Curtis means "courteous, well-bred" (Old French origin). Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin).

Are Curtis and Harlem boy or girl names?

Curtis is primarily a boy name. Harlem is primarily a boy name.

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