Harsh
Pronunciation: [ h-AHRSH ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Harsh first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 665 babies have been named Harsh in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Harsh is past its peak , currently ranked #21,846 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,846
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Harsh
Harsh is a boy name .
Harsh is currently ranked #21,846 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Harsh include Har, Hay, Haie, and Harkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Harsh include Harshiv . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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