Elisha 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

Elisha Rank #851
Harold Rank #991

Elisha is more popular, ranked #851 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elisha or Harold more popular?

Elisha is more popular, ranked #851 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Elisha and Harold mean?

Elisha means "my God is salvation" (Hebrew origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Elisha and Harold boy or girl names?

Elisha is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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