Harlan: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child from the land of the wild hares.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #686
- Peak
- #253 in 1924
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Harlan Means
Harlan is a boy name of English origin. A child from the land of the wild hares.
How Popular Harlan Is
Harlan currently ranks #686 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #253 in 1924. It is rising.
Good to Know About Harlan
- Harlan peaked at #253 in the U.S. in 1924.
- Harlan has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Harlan is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
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Questions About Harlan
What does Harlan mean?
Harlan is a boy name of English origin. A child from the land of the wild hares.
How popular is Harlan?
Harlan currently ranks #686 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #253 in 1924. It is rising.
Where does Harlan come from?
Harlan comes from English roots. Harlan peaked at #253 in the U.S. in 1924.
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