Harsh
boy nameHarsh entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #2396 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
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rank today
#2396
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5751 |
| 1990s | #3520 |
| 2000s | #3634 |
| 2010s | #7002 |
| 2020s | #10388 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Harsh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Harsh alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Harsh in 2025?
- Harsh is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Harsh most popular?
- Harsh peaked in 1997, reaching #2396 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Harsh with classmates?
- Harsh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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