Leif vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leif

Boy #926 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"heir, descendant, beloved"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

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Leif Rank #926

Harold Rank #991

Leif is more popular, ranked #926 vs #991 for Harold.

Is Leif or Harold more popular?

Leif is more popular, ranked #926 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Leif and Harold mean?

Leif means "heir, descendant, beloved" (Old Norse origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Leif and Harold boy or girl names?

Leif is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.