Harold
HAIR-əld
Popularity
#988
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
554,046
Peak Year
#14,230 in 1924
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Vintage
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Harold is an English and Scandinavian name derived from the Old English 'Hereweald' and Old Norse 'Haraldr', meaning 'army ruler' or 'army power'.
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Harold Macmillan
British Prime Minister known for his wit and charm.
Harold Ramis
American actor, comedian, director, and writer.
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