Harlem vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harlem

Boy #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

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Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

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Harlem Rank #1,015

Harold Rank #991

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #1015 for Harlem.

Is Harlem or Harold more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Harlem at #1015 in the United States.

What do Harlem and Harold mean?

Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Harlem and Harold boy or girl names?

Harlem is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.