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Stefan 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

Stefan Rank #1,002
Harold Rank #991

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #1002 for Stefan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stefan or Harold more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Stefan at #1002 in the United States.

What do Stefan and Harold mean?

Stefan means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Stefan and Harold boy or girl names?

Stefan is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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