Harold vs Harlem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harold

Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

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Harold Rank #991

Harlem Rank #1,015

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

Is Harold or Harlem more popular?

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

What do Harold and Harlem mean?

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

Are Harold and Harlem boy or girl names?

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