Curtis vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harold

Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#991
Total SSA Count
227
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Curtis Rank #929
Harold Rank #991

Curtis is more popular, ranked #929 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Curtis or Harold more popular?

Curtis is more popular, ranked #929 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Curtis and Harold mean?

Curtis means "courteous, well-bred" (Old French origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Curtis and Harold boy or girl names?

Curtis is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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