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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: HAR-man //ˈhɑːr.mən//
Origin: German; English
Meaning: German: army man; English: strong man
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Harman has its roots in the Germanic languages, deriving from the Old High German name "Hermann," which is composed of the elements "heri," meaning "army," and "man," meaning "man" or "warrior." This name was adopted into Latin as "Hermannus" and later made its way into Old French as "Harman." The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Norman names were introduced into the English lexicon, leading to the eventual anglicization of the name to Harman. Throughout history, the name Harman has been associated with various notable figures.
One significant milestone includes its use in medieval Europe, where it was borne by several saints and nobles. The name appears in historical records as early as the 9th century, with variations noted in different regions.
In the context of literature, the name has been referenced in various texts, contributing to its cultural significance. The name's presence in the King James Bible, though not directly as "Harman," reflects the broader use of similar names during the translation period in the early 17th century.
Culturally, Harman has resonated through its associations with strength and valor, reflecting the warrior aspect of its etymological roots. The name has been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing leadership and bravery.
In some contexts, diminutive forms such as "Harm" or "Hermann" have also been used, although these are less common in English-speaking cultures. Overall, the name Harman carries a historical weight that reflects its Germanic origins and the enduring qualities of its meaning.
Famous people named Harman
In this section, you will find notable people named Harman. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Harman who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Fictional characters named Harman
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Harman Smith is a fictional character from the video game series Killer7. He is one of the seven personalities of the assassin known as Killer7, each with unique abilities and roles in the story.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Harman was first seen in the United States in 1880.
Harman has ranked as high as #7104 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, New York, West Virginia, and Virginia.
In the past 5 years the name Harman has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Harman is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Harman was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Harman.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2024 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2020 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2019 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2018 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2017 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2016 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2015 | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| 2014 | 25 | 20 | 5 |
| 2013 | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| 2012 | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| 2011 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2010 | 28 | 22 | 6 |
| 2009 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 2008 | 37 | 32 | 5 |
| 2007 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 2006 | 33 | 27 | 6 |
| 2005 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 2004 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 2003 | 28 | 23 | 5 |
| 2002 | 30 | 22 | 8 |
| 2001 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2000 | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| 1999 | 35 | 28 | 7 |
| 1998 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1997 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1996 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1995 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1994 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1993 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1992 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1990 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1988 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1969 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1968 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1966 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1961 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1959 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1958 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1957 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1955 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1953 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1951 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1950 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1948 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1947 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1946 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1943 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1942 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1940 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1939 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1938 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1936 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1935 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1934 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1933 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1932 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1931 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1930 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1929 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1928 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1927 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1926 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1925 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1924 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1923 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1922 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1921 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1920 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1919 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1918 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1917 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1916 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1915 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1914 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1913 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1912 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1911 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1899 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1893 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1887 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1883 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1880 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
Top States for Harman (2017)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |