Harriet
Harriet: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhæɹiɛt/
Meaning and origin of Harriet
Root meaning: “Henry”
- A female given name from the Germanic languages.
Etymology
Anglicized form of French Henriette, feminine form of Henri (“Henry”), popular in England in the 18th and 19th centuries.
How popular is Harriet?
Since 1880, 90,306 girls and 121 boys in the U.S. have been named Harriet (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #73 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #1483 in 1908. In 2025, 226 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Harriet
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Sibling name ideas for Harriet
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Harriet FAQ
What does the name Harriet mean?
Harriet traces back to a root meaning "Henry". A female given name from the Germanic languages. Anglicized form of French Henriette, feminine form of Henri (“Henry”), popular in England in the 18th and 19th centuries.
What is the origin of the name Harriet?
Harriet is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Harriet?
Since 1880, 90,306 girls and 121 boys in the U.S. have been named Harriet (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #73 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #1483 in 1908. In 2025, 226 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Harriet a boy or girl name?
Harriet is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 90,306 girls and 121 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.