Harrison
English boy's name meaning “son of Harry (Henry)”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- son of Harry (Henry)
- Syllables
- 3
- Letters
- 8
- US rank (2023)
- #119
- Born in 2023
- 3,064
- Peak year
- 2018 (#115)
Meaning & origin
Harrison is a surname meaning 'son of Harry', a pet form of Henry ('home ruler').
Is Harrison an English name?
Yes — Harrison is an English name meaning "son of Harry (Henry)". Harrison is a surname meaning 'son of Harry', a pet form of Henry ('home ruler').
Popularity
In the latest US data, Harrison ranked #119 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 3,064 US boys were given the name Harrison.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #115 in 2018
“Unranked” means Harrison was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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How to spell Harrison
Harrison is spelled H-A-R-R-I-S-O-N — 8 letters and 3 syllables.
Nicknames
Harry
Harrison: frequently asked questions
What does the name Harrison mean?
Harrison is a English name meaning "son of Harry (Henry)". Harrison is a surname meaning 'son of Harry', a pet form of Henry ('home ruler').
Where does the name Harrison come from?
Harrison is of English origin. Harrison is a surname meaning 'son of Harry', a pet form of Henry ('home ruler').
Is Harrison a boy or a girl name?
Harrison is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Harrison?
In 2023, 3,064 US boys were given the name Harrison.
Is Harrison a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Harrison ranked #119 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Harrison?
Common nicknames for Harrison include Harry.
How do you spell Harrison?
Harrison is spelled H-A-R-R-I-S-O-N — 8 letters.
How common is the name Harrison?
In 2023, 3,064 US boys were given the name Harrison. In the latest US data, Harrison ranked #119 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
Is Harrison an English name?
Yes — Harrison is an English name meaning "son of Harry (Henry)". Harrison is a surname meaning 'son of Harry', a pet form of Henry ('home ruler').
What does Harrison mean in English?
In English, Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)". Harrison is a surname meaning 'son of Harry', a pet form of Henry ('home ruler').