Harlow: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ha-hrlo-hw
Origin: United Kingdom
gender-female

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Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Army hill

Harlow is a gender-neutral name of English origin, meaning "army hill" or "rock hill". It has its roots in the Anglo-Saxon era in England, specifically in regions such as Essex, Yorkshire, and Northumberland. The name is derived from the Old English words "hearg" (meaning "temple") and "hlaw" (meaning "hill"), combining to form "temple hill". Initially used as a masculine name, Harlow has gained popularity as a feminine name, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name became more popular as a first name for boys and later transitioned to a gender-neutral name after the 1900s. In recent years, Harlow has been more commonly used as a girl's name. Some celebrities have also chosen Harlow as a name for their children, further increasing its recognition and popularity.

Harlow Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Harlow is currently #251 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Harlow is currently #123 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Harlow is currently #93 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Harlow is currently #58 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Harlow is currently #248 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Harlow is currently #123 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Harlow

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Harlow, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Harlow Shapley: Harlow Shapley was an American astronomer known for his work on the size and structure of the Milky Way galaxy. He passed away in 1972.

 

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