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Mitchell vs Harry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Mitchell Rank #906
Harry Rank #780

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 vs #906 for Mitchell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mitchell or Harry more popular?

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 compared to Mitchell at #906 in the United States.

What do Mitchell and Harry mean?

Mitchell means "who is like God" (Hebrew origin). Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Mitchell and Harry boy or girl names?

Mitchell is primarily a boy name. Harry is primarily a boy name.

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