Harold vs Marielouise

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
Nicknames
Harry, Hal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Harold Rank #991
Marielouise Rank #28,762

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #28762 for Marielouise.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Harold ___

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

Marielouise ___

  • Marielouise Anne
  • Marielouise Cecile
  • Marielouise Helene
  • Marielouise Isabelle
  • Marielouise Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Harold

Dorothy Mildred Walter Bernard Margaret

If you choose Marielouise

Jean-Pierre Henri Isabelle Marguerite Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harold or Marielouise more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Marielouise at #28762 in the United States.

What do Harold and Marielouise mean?

Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin). Marielouise means "beloved" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harold and Marielouise boy or girl names?

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

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