#1212024 rank
2017peak year
87,187babies named Harrison since 1880
▼ 14%5-year trend
Harrison popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Harrison mean?
An English patronymic, 'son of Harry', a medieval pet form of Henry, 'home ruler'. A presidential and silver-screen surname turned first name.
OriginEnglish
Syllables3
Genderboy
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Harrison
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Famous Harrisons
- Harrison Ford, actor
Spellings & variants
Harris
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