Harless Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Harless originates from the Old English name Herewald, which means 'army ruler'. It evolved through historical forms such as Herewald and Harold before becoming Harless. The name reflects traits of strength and leadership. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Harless"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɑːrləs/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Harless is derived from the Old English name 'Herewald', which is composed of the elements 'here' meaning 'army' and 'wald' meaning 'rule'. Over time, the name evolved through various forms in Middle English.
Meaning
Army ruler
Language Evolution
Herewald, Herewold, Harold, Harless
Historical Usage
The name Harless gained popularity in the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries, often reflecting the trend of using surnames as given names.
Variants & Derivatives
Harold, Harry, Hal
Modern Popularity & Image
Harless is considered a unique and somewhat old-fashioned name today, often associated with strength and leadership.
Famous People
Harless Stone, an American politician, Harless R. Smith, an American businessman
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 19 peak births in 1928
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in West Virginia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Harless"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Harless"
"Harless" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2475th of 7545 | 174 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2445th of 6773 | 177 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4360th of 7552 | 54 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7892nd of 10718 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Harless" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
81.45% 1927th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
62.90% 1480th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Harless" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Harless"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Harless" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Harless" in the United States
The name Harless is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Harless has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Harless' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2475th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2445th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4360th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7892nd out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Harless' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.