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Harriss
Harriss is a masculine name that originated as a surname variant of Harris, which itself derives from the medieval given name Harry, a form of Henry. The double 's' spelling distinguishes it from the…
Harrisson
Harrisson represents a variant spelling of Harrison, a surname-turned-first-name with English origins meaning 'son of Harry' (with Harry being a medieval form of Henry). The distinctive double 's'…
Harro
Harro is a masculine name with Germanic origins, particularly common in northern Germany, the Netherlands, and Frisian regions. It derives from elements meaning 'army' or 'warrior,' reflecting the…
Harrold
Harrold is a masculine name of Germanic origin, variant of Harold, derived from the Old English elements 'here' meaning 'army' and 'weald' meaning 'power' or 'ruler', thus translating to 'army ruler'…
Harrys
Harrys is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Harris or Harry. Originally derived from Henry (meaning "home ruler" or "ruler of the household"), this spelling variation adds a…
Harryson
Harryson is a modern masculine name that functions as a patronymic surname-turned-first-name, literally meaning 'son of Harry.' It combines the classic name Harry (a medieval English form of Henry,…
Hart
English
"stag"
Hart could be the hero of a romantic novel, but on the other hand, it's short, straightforward, and strong sounding. The most famous bearer of the name was tragic poet Hart (born Harold) Crane, but…
Harte
English
"stag"
Most often spelled without the final "e"--unless you're a particular fan of writer Bret.
Hartford
English surname
"deer ford"
British habitational surname that calls to mind the Connecticut capital
Hartigan
Irish
"descendant of Arthur"
In Cool Names, we cite this as an "Artist Name," for twentieth-century abstract painter Grace Hartigan, though for you it may just be an upbeat Irish surname.
Hartlea
Hartlea is an unusual masculine name that likely originated as a combination of the element "hart" (meaning "stag" or "deer" in Old English, or possibly from "heart") and the suffix "-lea" (meaning…
Hartlee
Hartlee is a masculine name that appears to be a modern variation of names like Hartley or Harley. It combines the Old English element 'hart' meaning 'stag' or 'deer' (symbolizing strength and…
Hartley
English
"stag meadow"
Smart and sharp but with a touch of heart and charm, Hartley is a surname style name that could work as an alternative to Harley, Harvey, Artie, or Harry. Quietly used as a masculine name throughout…
Hartly
Hartly is a masculine name of English origin, derived from the Old English elements 'heorot' meaning 'hart' (male deer) and 'leah' meaning 'wood' or 'clearing.' It began as a surname indicating…
Hartman
German
"hard, strong man"
A viable choice that may be growing on your family tree. Hartman Turnbow was a part of Mississippi's "First Fourteen", the first group of African Americans who attempted to register to vote in the…
Hartmann
Hartmann is primarily a German surname rather than a traditional given name, derived from the Old German elements 'hart' meaning 'strong' or 'brave' and 'mann' meaning 'man.' This powerful…
Harto
Finnish diminutive of Harald, Scandinavian
"army ruler"
A cool and wearable option for honoring an ancestral Harold.
Hartwell
English surname
"stag stream"
Lovers of Maxwell might like this more unusual – but no less distinguished – surname name, with its adorable nickname of Hart.
Hartwig
German
"courageous in battle"
Baby-naming rule #984: forget any name that contains the syllable wig.
Haru
Japanese
"born in the spring; clear weather"
A short and straightforward name for a springtime child.