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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Home ruler (form of Henry)
- Origin
- English (medieval spoken form of Henry)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- HAIR-ee
Harry is a medieval English name that developed as the everyday spoken form of Henry, carrying the same meaning: home ruler. It's a timeless classic with a vintage, storybook feel, pronounced HAIR-ee. It's a name with centuries of continuous use behind it rather than a recent invention.
Meaning & Origin of Harry
Meaning: Home ruler (form of Henry).
Origin: English (medieval spoken form of Henry).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Harry
HAIR-eeIPA /ˈhɛri/
Popularity of Harry
Harry peaked at #8 in 1889, when 2,559 baby boys were given the name, but by 2024 it had dropped to #777 with only 322 born — a name that was once near the very top of the charts and is now a rare pick.
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FAQ
What does the name Harry mean?
Home ruler (form of Henry). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Harry?
Harry is pronounced HAIR-ee (IPA: /ˈhɛri/).
Is Harry a popular name right now?
Harry peaked at #8 in 1889 and is ranked #777 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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