Harvey: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A battle-worthy child eager for adventure.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #413
- Peak
- #51 in 1880
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 Harvey Means
Harvey is a boy name of English origin. A battle-worthy child eager for adventure.
How Popular Harvey Is
Harvey currently ranks #413 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #51 in 1880. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Harvey
- Harvey broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #51 in 1880.
- Harvey has been a top 100 name across 169+ years of American history.
- Harvey is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Harvey
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Harvey
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Harvey.
Questions About Harvey
What does Harvey mean?
Harvey is a boy name of English origin. A battle-worthy child eager for adventure.
How popular is Harvey?
Harvey currently ranks #413 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #51 in 1880. It has held steady.
Where does Harvey come from?
Harvey comes from English roots. Harvey broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #51 in 1880.
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