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Rush vs Harris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Rush Rank #1,496
Harris Rank #1,322

Harris is more popular, ranked #1322 vs #1496 for Rush.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rush or Harris more popular?

Harris is more popular, ranked #1322 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Rush and Harris mean?

Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin). Harris means "son of Harry, home ruler" (English origin).

Are Rush and Harris boy or girl names?

Rush is primarily a boy name. Harris is primarily a boy name.

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