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Harold vs Mitchell

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
Mitchell Rank #906

Mitchell is more popular, ranked #906 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harold or Mitchell more popular?

Mitchell is more popular, ranked #906 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Harold and Mitchell mean?

Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin). Mitchell means "who is like God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harold and Mitchell boy or girl names?

Harold is primarily a boy name. Mitchell is primarily a boy name.

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