Harlem vs Genesis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harlem

Boy #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

American African-American Dutch

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Boy #1,149 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beginning, origin"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek

American Latino Christian

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Harlem Rank #1,015

Genesis Rank #1,149

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 vs #1149 for Genesis.

Is Harlem or Genesis more popular?

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 compared to Genesis at #1149 in the United States.

What do Harlem and Genesis mean?

Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin). Genesis means "beginning, origin" (Hebrew via Greek origin).

Are Harlem and Genesis boy or girl names?

Harlem is primarily a boy name. Genesis is primarily a boy name.