Harlow

Harlow is a English girl's name. An English surname meaning "rock hill" or "army hill". Its vintage Hollywood associations and unique sound have a glamorous quality.

How popular is Harlow in the United States?

In 2024, 1,079 girls in the United States were named Harlow, making it the 293rd most popular girl's name that year.

It has climbed sharply, from 509th a decade earlier.

Its busiest year on record was 2023, with 1,455 births.

Records for Harlow go back to 1882, and 15,501 babies have been given the name since.

What Harlow means and where it comes from

An English surname meaning "rock hill" or "army hill". Its vintage Hollywood associations and unique sound have a glamorous quality. Has vintage Hollywood glamour through actress Jean Harlow. Modern and distinctive.

Harlow is of English origin, described as glamorous and vintage and modern in style.

Is Harlow a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Harlow went to 1,079 girls and 158 boys — 87% girls.

That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning female.

Sibling name ideas for Harlow

Names of the same origin for a brother, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Harlow mean?

An English surname meaning "rock hill" or "army hill". Its vintage Hollywood associations and unique sound have a glamorous quality.

Where does the name Harlow come from?

Harlow is of English origin, and is usually described as glamorous and vintage and modern in style.

How popular is Harlow in the United States?

In 2024, 1,079 girls in the United States were named Harlow, making it the 293rd most popular girl's name that year.

Is Harlow a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Harlow went to 1,079 girls and 158 boys — 87% girls. That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning female.

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