Stanley vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stanley

Boy #877 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"stony meadow"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

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Stanley Rank #877

Harold Rank #991

Stanley is more popular, ranked #877 vs #991 for Harold.

Is Stanley or Harold more popular?

Stanley is more popular, ranked #877 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Stanley and Harold mean?

Stanley means "stony meadow" (Old English origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Stanley and Harold boy or girl names?

Stanley is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.