Harper: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Originally meaning harp player, this name strikes a perfect chord between musical and literary.
Harper as a Girl Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #11
- Peak
- #8 in 2015
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Harper Means
Harper is a girl name of English origin. Originally meaning harp player, this name strikes a perfect chord between musical and literary.
How Popular Harper Is
Harper currently ranks #11 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #8 in 2015. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Harper
- Harper Lee, author of To Kill a Mockingbird, gives this name literary weight.
- David and Victoria Beckham named their daughter Harper in 2011.
- Was historically a surname before its leap to the girls' charts.
Harper as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #1262
- Peak
- #606 in 2012
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Harper Means
Harper is a unisex name of English origin. One who plays the harp, artistic and soulful.
How Popular Harper Is
Harper currently ranks #1262 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #606 in 2012. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Harper
- At its most popular, Harper reached #606 in the U.S. in 2012.
- Harper is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Harper is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Harper
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Harper
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Harper.
Questions About Harper
What does Harper mean?
Harper is a girl name of English origin. Originally meaning harp player, this name strikes a perfect chord between musical and literary.
How popular is Harper?
Harper currently ranks #11 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #8 in 2015. It has held steady.
Where does Harper come from?
Harper comes from English roots. Harper Lee, author of To Kill a Mockingbird, gives this name literary weight.
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