Harlee Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAR-lee / /ˈhɑːrli/English; American
Meaning
English: Hare meadow; American: Variant of Harley
Historical & Cultural Background
Harlee is a modern variant of the name Harley, which has Old English roots. The name Harley originally referred to a place name meaning 'hare clearing' or 'meadow'. It has gained popularity as a unisex name in recent years, particularly in the United States. The spelling 'Harlee' adds a contemporary twist to the traditional name.
Trend Summary
Harlee has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a baby name in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Harley
- Harli
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Harlee was first seen in the United States in 1915. Harlee has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Harlee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Harlee (1934)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 10 |