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Harris vs Jerome

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harris

Boy #1,322 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Harry, home ruler"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,322
Total SSA Count
147
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Harris Rank #1,322
Jerome Rank #1,341

Harris is more popular, ranked #1322 vs #1341 for Jerome.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harris or Jerome more popular?

Harris is more popular, ranked #1322 compared to Jerome at #1341 in the United States.

What do Harris and Jerome mean?

Harris means "son of Harry, home ruler" (English origin). Jerome means "holy name, sacred name" (Greek origin).

Are Harris and Jerome boy or girl names?

Harris is primarily a boy name. Jerome is primarily a boy name.

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