Harper
Harper: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhɑɹpɚ/
Meaning and origin of Harper
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A female given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English Harpere.
How popular is Harper?
Since 1880, 139,063 girls and 6,769 boys in the U.S. have been named Harper (95% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9 in 2018. Its highest rank for boys was #606 in 2012. In 2025 it ranked #16 for girls, with 6,869 babies given the name.
Names similar to Harper
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Sibling name ideas for Harper
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Harper FAQ
What does the name Harper mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. A female given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage. Inherited from Middle English Harpere.
What is the origin of the name Harper?
Harper is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Harper?
Since 1880, 139,063 girls and 6,769 boys in the U.S. have been named Harper (95% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9 in 2018. Its highest rank for boys was #606 in 2012. In 2025 it ranked #16 for girls, with 6,869 babies given the name.
Is Harper a boy or girl name?
Harper is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 139,063 girls and 6,769 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.