"army hill"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Harlowe
Girl Name
#1,690 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A vintage glamour name with Old English roots
English
American
Vintage
Bold
Elegant
Sophisticated
Meaning & Origin
"rock hill, mound"
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
Language: English
The Story of Harlowe
Harlowe is an elaborated spelling of Harlow, an English surname from Old English meaning army hill or mound. The place name Harlow in Essex, England gave rise to the surname, which has become a fashionable given name for girls. The e ending adds a literary flair reminiscent of Marlowe.
Harlowe surged in popularity following celebrity use - notably Nicole Richie and Joel Madden named their daughter Harlow in 2008. The spelling with e became popular as an elegant variant.
Jean Harlow, the iconic platinum blonde actress of Hollywood's Golden Age, lent glamour to the name. The variant spelling Harlowe suggests literary sophistication, evoking playwright Christopher Marlowe.
Fun Facts
- Jean Harlow was Hollywood's original blonde bombshell and the first woman on the cover of Life magazine
- Nicole Richie named her daughter Harlow in 2008, sparking a naming trend
Harlowe in Other Languages
French
Harlowe
German
Harlow
Spanish
Harlow
Famous People Named Harlowe
H
Harlow Madden
Other
2008
Daughter of Nicole Richie and Joel Madden, whose birth popularized the name
J
Jean Harlow
Actor
1911
Iconic Hollywood Golden Age actress and sex symbol known as the Blonde Bombshell
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,690
- Total SSA Count
- 121
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Harli
Lo
Pairs Well With
Harlowe Jane
Harlowe Mae
Harlowe Quinn
Harlowe Rose
Harlowe Jade
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Harlowe is also used as a boy name, ranked #6721.
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Same Origin Names (English)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Harlowe
What does the name Harlowe mean?
"army hill" (from Old English). "rock hill, mound" (from Anglo-Saxon). Harlowe is an elaborated spelling of Harlow, an English surname from Old English meaning army hill or mound. The place name Harlow in Essex, England gave rise to the surname, which has become a fashionable given name for girls. The e ending adds a literary flair reminiscent of Marlowe.
What is the origin of the name Harlowe?
Harlowe has Old English, Anglo-Saxon, English, and American origins. In Old English, it means "army hill". In Anglo-Saxon, it means "rock hill, mound".
Is Harlowe a boy or girl name?
Harlowe is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1690. As a boy name, it is ranked #6721. Harlowe is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Harlowe?
Harlowe is currently ranked #1690 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Harlowe?
Common nicknames for Harlowe include Harli and Lo.
What are good middle names for Harlowe?
Popular middle name pairings include Harlowe Jane, Harlowe Mae, Harlowe Quinn, Harlowe Rose, and Harlowe Jade.
What are good sibling names for Harlowe?
Names that pair well with Harlowe as siblings include Marlowe, Sutton, Beckett, Hadley, and Blake.
How many syllables does Harlowe have?
Harlowe has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Harlowe a common or rare name?
Harlowe is an uncommon name, ranked #1690 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Harlowe
Harlowe is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "army hill" in Old English .
Is Harlowe a boy or girl name? Harlowe is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,690 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #6,721. Harlowe is more commonly used as a girl name.
Harlowe is currently ranked #1,690 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Harlowe has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Harlowe include Harli and Lo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Harlowe include Harlow, Harley, Harlee, Harlem, Harlyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.