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Devon 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

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Popularity Comparison

Devon Rank #960
Harold Rank #991

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devon or Harold more popular?

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Devon and Harold mean?

Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Devon and Harold boy or girl names?

Devon is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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