Harlan
boy name#617 in 2025Harlan entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #253 in 1924, ranks #617 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#617
rank today
#253
peak (1924)
454
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #611 |
| 1890s | #569 |
| 1900s | #443 |
| 1910s | #339 |
| 1920s | #278 |
| 1930s | #277 |
| 1940s | #346 |
| 1950s | #445 |
| 1960s | #584 |
| 1970s | #857 |
| 1980s | #1117 |
| 1990s | #1480 |
| 2000s | #1662 |
| 2010s | #915 |
| 2020s | #665 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Harlan has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 13,500 people named Harlan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Harlan alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Harlan in 2025?
- Harlan ranks #617 among US boy names in 2025, with 454 babies given the name.
- When was the name Harlan most popular?
- Harlan peaked in 1924, reaching #253 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Harlan with classmates?
- Harlan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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