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Ren 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

Ren Rank #1,147
Harold Rank #991

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #1147 for Ren.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ren or Harold more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Ren at #1147 in the United States.

What do Ren and Harold mean?

Ren means "lotus, water lily" (Japanese origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Ren and Harold boy or girl names?

Ren is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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