Harry
boy name#775 in 2025Harry entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #8 in 1889, ranks #775 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#775
rank today
#8
peak (1889)
329
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #11 |
| 1890s | #11 |
| 1900s | #14 |
| 1910s | #18 |
| 1920s | #23 |
| 1930s | #37 |
| 1940s | #51 |
| 1950s | #89 |
| 1960s | #142 |
| 1970s | #204 |
| 1980s | #287 |
| 1990s | #427 |
| 2000s | #557 |
| 2010s | #688 |
| 2020s | #744 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Harry has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 120,000 people named Harry are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Harry 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 Harry in 2025?
- Harry ranks #775 among US boy names in 2025, with 329 babies given the name.
- When was the name Harry most popular?
- Harry peaked in 1889, reaching #8 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Harry with classmates?
- Harry will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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