Harlan
ha(r)-lan
US Popularity:1395
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):German
Meaning:Hare's land
Harlan is a gender-neutral name of English and German origin. Originally a boy's name, Harlan has grown in popularity as a unique given name for baby girls and boys. It means "hare's land," conjuring up images of bouncing hares and wild rabbits roaming free. Your little bunny is sure to love this lucky last name turned first name!
Harlan Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Harlan is currently #1199 on The Bump
Boy:Harlan is currently #877 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Harlan is currently #648 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Harlan is currently #1395 in U.S. births
Boy:Harlan is currently #1525 in U.S. births
Girl:Harlan is currently #6920 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#6920
in 2022
- 291
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 417
Ancestry, Harlan Family History
Behind the Name, Harlan, June 2019
House of Names, Harlan History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Name Doctor, Harlan
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