Harley vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harley

Girl #397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hare's meadow, hare clearing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#397
Total SSA Count
795
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Har, Lee

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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
Nicknames
Harry, Hal

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Popularity Comparison

Harley Rank #397
Harold Rank #991

Harley is more popular, ranked #397 vs #991 for Harold.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Harley ___

  • Harley Grace
  • Harley Mae
  • Harley Rose
  • Harley Quinn
  • Harley Jade
  • Harley Jo

Harold ___

  • Harold James
  • Harold Edward
  • Harold Thomas
  • Harold Francis
  • Harold David
  • Harold William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Harley

Harlow Scarlett Rebel Gunner Maverick

If you choose Harold

Dorothy Mildred Walter Bernard Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harley or Harold more popular?

Harley is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Harley and Harold mean?

Harley means "hare's meadow, hare clearing" (Old English origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Harley and Harold boy or girl names?

Harley is primarily a girl name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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