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Harrison vs Rory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Harrison Rank #121
Rory Rank #226

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 vs #226 for Rory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Rory more popular?

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Rory mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Harrison and Rory boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Rory is primarily a boy name.

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