Harriet
girl name#1071 in 2025Harriet entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #73 in 1880, ranks #1071 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1071
rank today
#73
peak (1880)
226
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #90 |
| 1890s | #112 |
| 1900s | #133 |
| 1910s | #113 |
| 1920s | #126 |
| 1930s | #152 |
| 1940s | #182 |
| 1950s | #328 |
| 1960s | #607 |
| 1970s | #1406 |
| 1980s | #2329 |
| 1990s | #3360 |
| 2000s | #3452 |
| 2010s | #1644 |
| 2020s | #1101 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Harriet has been most popular in MN, NY, CA.
Living bearers
About 26,000 people named Harriet are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Harriet alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Harriet in 2025?
- Harriet ranks #1071 among US girl names in 2025, with 226 babies given the name.
- When was the name Harriet most popular?
- Harriet peaked in 1880, reaching #73 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Harriet with classmates?
- Harriet will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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