Harold vs Maybell

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

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Popularity Comparison

Harold Rank #991
Maybell Rank #29,054

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #29054 for Maybell.

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

Maybell ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Harold

Dorothy Mildred Walter Bernard Margaret

If you choose Maybell

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harold or Maybell more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Maybell at #29054 in the United States.

What do Harold and Maybell mean?

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

Are Harold and Maybell boy or girl names?

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

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