Harlow Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name’s meaning ties it to nature, specifically meadows and hares, making it appealing to nature-loving parents.

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A Deep Dive

Harlow Overview

Meaning

Army hill, rock hill

Gender

Girl, Gender-neutral

Origin

English

Etymology

Derived from Old English words “hoar” (rock) and “hlaw” (hill or mound)

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈhɑrloʊ/

Popularity

Harlow has been gaining traction in the USA and other English-speaking countries. In 2023, Harlow ranked #336 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

5 (Visionary, Expansive, Adventurous)

Name Styles

Modern, Cool, Uncommon

Associated Traits

Modern, sophisticated, elegant
A Deep Dive

Harlow Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Harlowe, Harley, Harleigh, Harlowyn, Harlowen, Harlowne, Harlon

Common Nicknames

Low, Lolo, Harlie, Hal, Loey

Diminutives

Harlo, Har, Lowie, Harl

Famous People

  • Jean Harlow
    (American Actress)
  • Harlow Shapley
    (American Astronomer)
  • Harlow Curtice
    (American Businessman)
  • Harlow Giles Unger
    (American Author)
  • Harlow Carr
    (British Botanist)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Harlow
    ("Pearl Harbor," Film)
  • "Harlow"
    (Film)
  • "Harlow's Hill"
    (Novel)
  • Harlow Wilcox
    ("Fibber McGee and Molly," Radio Show)
  • "Harlow's Song"
    (Song)

Places

  • Harlow Town
    (Essex, England)
  • RHS Garden Harlow Carr
    (North Yorkshire, England)
  • Harlow Hill
    (Northumberland, England)
  • Harlow Town Park
    (Essex, England)
  • Harlow Wood
    (Nottinghamshire, England)

What Is the Meaning of Harlow?

Harlow means “rock hill” or “army hill.” Those with the name Harlow are often perceived as strong and resilient, embodying a solid and dependable nature.

What Is the Origin of The Name Harlow?

Harlow has English origins, derived from Old English words “hoar” (meaning rock) and “hlaw” (meaning hill or mound). It originated as a locational surname for those living near a rock hill or a similar geographical feature.

Harlow Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Harlow in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2372021#2632022#2382023
Top 3 Rankings#2372021#2382023#2632022

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Harlow

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023238
(+25 from 2022)
1266
(+71 from 2022)
0.07238
2022263
(-26 from 2021)
1195
(-80 from 2021)
0.06665
2021237
(+86 from 2020)
1275
(+316 from 2020)
0.07117
2020323
(-7 from 2019)
959
(-50 from 2019)
0.05425
2019316
(+50 from 2018)
1009
(+146 from 2018)
0.05499
2018366
(+24 from 2017)
863
(+65 from 2017)
0.04641
2017390
(+30 from 2016)
798
(+12 from 2016)
0.04224
2016420
(+2 from 2015)
786
(+28 from 2015)
0.04060
2015422
(+87 from 2014)
758
(+147 from 2014)
0.03885
2014509
(+37 from 2013)
611
(+66 from 2013)
0.03123
2013546
(+33 from 2012)
545
(+38 from 2012)
0.02827
2012579
(+44 from 2011)
507
(+42 from 2011)
0.02614
2011623
(+153 from 2010)
465
(+111 from 2010)
0.02400
2010776
(+128 from 2009)
354
(+53 from 2009)
0.01805
2009904
(+773 from 2008)
301
(+168 from 2008)
0.01486
20081677
(+3420 from 2007)
133
(+105 from 2007)
0.00639
20075097
(+2771 from 2006)
28
(+13 from 2006)
0.00132
20067868
(+1584 from 2005)
15
(+4 from 2005)
0.00072
20059452
(-736 from 2004)
11
(-1 from 2004)
0.00054
20048716
(+954 from 2003)
12
(+2 from 2003)
0.00059
20039670
(+3925 from 2002)
10
(+4 from 2002)
0.00050
200213595
First SSA data recorded
6
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0.00030
20010
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0
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0.0000
20000
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19990
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19980
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American States Popularity Rankings for Harlow

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2362021#2662022#2692023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#3822021#4382022#2972023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1792021#2372022#1622023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2992021#4322022#3102023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#3762021#3572022#3482023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1722021#2262022#2122023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#2642021#2142022#2622023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#2872021#2262022#2442023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2392021#1762022#1532023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#3412021#3422022#2572023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#1512021#2042022#1752023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1282021#1792022#1932023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1742021#2022022#1772023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1692021#1392022#2282023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1372021#1312022#1272023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#1172021#832022#1222023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#3382021#4012022#2292023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3372021#3752022#3162023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#3292021#3542022#4572023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1302021#1372022#1392023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#3112021#3302022#3972023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1542021#1162022#2192023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#3902021#4172022#5382023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1762021#1492022#2172023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2732021#2842022#2772023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#2822021#4562022#4422023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1812021#1382022#1222023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1342021#3202022#1772023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1832021#2722022#1442023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2862021#3262022#4862023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2372021#3362022#2172023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#2472021#2762022#1132023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#4942021#3922022#4802023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3372021#1252022#1022023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1982021#2022022#2752023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#3302021#3302022#3572023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1302021#1112022#1362023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#802021#1182022#1112023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1452021#2152022#1712023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2392021#1522022#1722023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#5972019#4862022#2922023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2442018#1082021#1232023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3002019#3612021#2422023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1282018#1992019#1582022

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#842021#1252022

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2292018#1422022

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1602019#2172021

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1992016#1952022

Popularity Rankings for Harlow in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#862021#692022#952023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#742021#862022#802023

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#982018#812020#822022

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1452021#1332022#1242023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#2582019#1822020#1422021

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#2062021#1522022#1782023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#2512021#2662022#2262023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#8592020#8412021

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Harlow a Name for Boys or Girls?

Traditionally, Harlow has been a surname but is now used as a first name for both boys and girls. Its strong and neutral meaning makes it versatile.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Harlow

Harlow in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Jean Harlow (Actress, 1911–1937): An American film actress and sex symbol of the 1930s who starred in classics like "Dinner at Eight" and "Red Dust."
  • Harlow Shapley (Astronomer, 1885–1972): An American astronomer who played a key role in determining the size of the Milky Way Galaxy and the position of our solar system within it.
  • Harlow Curtice (Businessman, 1893–1962): An American automobile executive who served as the president of General Motors in the 1950s.
  • Harlow Giles Unger (Author, born 1931): An American historian and author noted for his biographies of America’s Founding Fathers.
  • Harlow Carr (Botanist, 1900–1975): A British botanist and horticulturist recognized for his contributions to the Royal Horticultural Society.
  • Harlow Kimball (Athlete, 1920–1985): An American Olympic rower who competed in the 1948 London Olympics.
  • Harlow Robinson (Historian, born 1948): An American historian and author specializing in Russian history and culture.
  • Harlow Brooks (Doctor, 1869–1936): An American physician and medical educator influential in early 20th-century medicine.
  • Harlow ("Pearl Harbor," 2001 Film): A nurse who plays a significant role in the lives of the main characters during the war.
  • Harlow ("Harlow," 1965 Film): A biographical film about the life of the famous actress Jean Harlow.
  • "Harlow's Hill" (2017 Novel): A mystery novel centered around a small town and the secrets it holds.
  • Harlow Wilcox ("Fibber McGee and Molly," 1935 Radio Show): A charming announcer who adds wit and humor to the classic radio program.
  • "Harlow's Song" (2012 Song): A touching ballad about love and loss.
  • "Harlow's Secret" (2015 TV Series): A drama series that explores the hidden past of a seemingly perfect family.
  • "Harlow's Revenge" (2018 Comic Book): A thrilling comic about a vigilante seeking justice for wrongs done to her family.
  • Harlow City (Essex, England): A town located in the west of Essex, known for its post-war architecture and green spaces.
  • Harlow Carr Gardens (North Yorkshire, England): A public garden managed by the Royal Horticultural Society, featuring a wide variety of plants and flowers.
  • Harlow Hill (Northumberland, England): A small village situated on the site of a Roman fort along Hadrian's Wall.
  • Harlow Town Park (Essex, England): A large urban park offering extensive recreational facilities and green spaces.
  • Harlow Wood (Nottinghamshire, England): An area of woodland located near the town of Mansfield, known for its natural beauty and walking trails.
  • Harlow Platts Community Park (Colorado, USA): A park located in Boulder, offering a lake, playgrounds, and sports facilities.

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