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Perry vs Harris

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

Perry Rank #1,243
Harris Rank #1,322

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 vs #1322 for Harris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perry or Harris more popular?

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 compared to Harris at #1322 in the United States.

What do Perry and Harris mean?

Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin). Harris means "son of Harry, home ruler" (English origin).

Are Perry and Harris boy or girl names?

Perry is primarily a boy name. Harris is primarily a boy name.

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