Grey vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#878
Total SSA Count
274
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Grey Rank #878
Harold Rank #991

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grey or Harold more popular?

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Grey and Harold mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Grey and Harold boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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