Harlequin
Pronunciation: [ h-AHRL-uhkw-uhn ]
Harlequin is a girl baby name. Ranked #26,469 in the US, popular nicknames include Har, Hay, and Harie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Harlequin first appeared in US Social Security records in 2009.
Over 41 babies have been named Harlequin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Harlequin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,469 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #26,469
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Harlequin
Harlequin is a girl name .
Harlequin is currently ranked #26,469 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Harlequin include Har, Hay, Harie, and Harlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Harlequin include Harlow, Harley, Harlee, Harlem, Harlyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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