Harriett
girl name#6546 in 2025Harriett entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #156 in 1880, ranks #6546 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#6546
rank today
#156
peak (1880)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #191 |
| 1890s | #247 |
| 1900s | #301 |
| 1910s | #278 |
| 1920s | #313 |
| 1930s | #371 |
| 1940s | #426 |
| 1950s | #669 |
| 1960s | #1159 |
| 1970s | #2995 |
| 1980s | #4651 |
| 1990s | #11051 |
| 2000s | #14137 |
| 2010s | #11241 |
| 2020s | #9707 |
Living bearers
About 6,100 people named Harriett are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Harriett alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Harriett in 2025?
- Harriett ranks #6546 among US girl names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Harriett most popular?
- Harriett peaked in 1880, reaching #156 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Harriett with classmates?
- Harriett will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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