Harold vs Rene

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

Popularity Comparison

Harold Rank #991
Rene Rank #993

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #993 for Rene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harold or Rene more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Rene at #993 in the United States.

What do Harold and Rene mean?

Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin). Rene means "reborn, born again" (Latin origin).

Are Harold and Rene boy or girl names?

Harold is primarily a boy name. Rene is primarily a boy name.

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