Harrison
boy name#116 in 2025Harrison entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #52 in 1888, ranks #116 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#116
rank today
#52
peak (1888)
3,072
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #162 |
| 1890s | #166 |
| 1900s | #274 |
| 1910s | #281 |
| 1920s | #319 |
| 1930s | #378 |
| 1940s | #429 |
| 1950s | #513 |
| 1960s | #656 |
| 1970s | #810 |
| 1980s | #497 |
| 1990s | #230 |
| 2000s | #213 |
| 2010s | #147 |
| 2020s | #120 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Harrison has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 86,000 people named Harrison are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Harrison alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Harrison in 2025?
- Harrison ranks #116 among US boy names in 2025, with 3,072 babies given the name.
- When was the name Harrison most popular?
- Harrison peaked in 1888, reaching #52 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Harrison with classmates?
- Harrison will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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