Harman Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAR-man / /ˈhɑːr.mən/German; English
Meaning
German: army man; English: strong man
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Harman has roots in both German and English cultures. In German, it is derived from 'Hermann,' which means 'army man' or 'warrior.' In English-speaking contexts, it has been used as a surname and a given name. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the years, particularly in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
The name Harman has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hermann
- Harmond
International Variants
- Hermann (German)
- Harman (Dutch)
Famous people named Harman
Harman Kardon was an American engineer and founder of the audio equipment company Harman Kardon.
Harman Singh is an Indian politician known for his work in local governance.
Harman Baweja is an Indian actor and producer recognized for his roles in Bollywood films.
Fictional characters named Harman
Harman is a character in the video game series 'No More Heroes,' known for his role as a mentor.
Harman is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' appearing as a minor character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Harman was first seen in the United States in 1880. Harman has ranked as high as #1368 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)
Top States for Harman (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1883 | 7 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 15 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 6 |