Harvey
Meaning
"battle worthy"
Origin: Old Breton
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #244
- Total SSA Count
- 1,441
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Harv
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"battle worthy"
Origin: Old Breton
"crossing, toll bridge operator"
Origin: Old French
Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 vs #362 for Travis.
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Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 compared to Travis at #362 in the United States.
Harvey means "battle worthy" (Old Breton origin). Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin).
Harvey is primarily a boy name. Travis is primarily a boy name.