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Harold vs Mccoy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Harold Rank #991
Mccoy Rank #911

Mccoy is more popular, ranked #911 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harold or Mccoy more popular?

Mccoy is more popular, ranked #911 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Harold and Mccoy mean?

Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin). Mccoy means "son of Aodh (fire)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Harold and Mccoy boy or girl names?

Harold is primarily a boy name. Mccoy is primarily a boy name.

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