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Jarod vs Harold

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

Jarod Rank #5,480
Harold Rank #991

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #5480 for Jarod.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jarod or Harold more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Jarod at #5480 in the United States.

What do Jarod and Harold mean?

Jarod means "he who descends" (Hebrew origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Jarod and Harold boy or girl names?

Jarod is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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