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Foster vs Harley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harley

Boy #1,020 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"long meadow, rocky meadow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,020
Total SSA Count
218
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Foster Rank #1,077
Harley Rank #1,020

Harley is more popular, ranked #1020 vs #1077 for Foster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Foster or Harley more popular?

Harley is more popular, ranked #1020 compared to Foster at #1077 in the United States.

What do Foster and Harley mean?

Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin). Harley means "long meadow, rocky meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Foster and Harley boy or girl names?

Foster is primarily a boy name. Harley is primarily a boy name.

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