Harl Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHARL / /hɑrl/English; Old English
Meaning
Army ruler; from the hare's meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Harl has roots in Old English, where it is derived from the elements 'here' meaning army and 'halh' meaning nook or corner. It is a relatively uncommon name that has seen limited use in modern times. The name may also be associated with the word 'hare,' linking it to nature. Harl can be considered a variant of the more common name Harold.
Trend Summary
Harl is a rare name in the United States with minimal popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Harle
- Harlie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Harl was first seen in the United States in 1880. Harl has ranked as high as #867 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Arkansas, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Harl has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Harl (1930)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AR | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 22 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 17 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1973 | 6 |