Harbor

“shelter; a place of safety”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 35% boys♀ 65% girls

#2627US 2023

67Births / yr

↓Falling

783All-time births

📅 Since 200600

How to pronounce Harbor

HAH·rber

/ˈhɑ.rbɝ/ · stress on HAH · 2 syllables

“shelter; a place of safety”

American origin · Unisex name

What does Harbor mean and where does it come from?

Harbor is an English name that originates from the word denoting a safe haven for ships. As a given name, it reflects a sense of security, warmth, and protection. The name also invokes imagery of sea and nature. Although it is more commonly used as a noun, its adoption as a given name has gained pop

Cultural significance

Harbor has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of shelter; a place of safety.

Peak popularity

Reached #2277 in 2018 — currently #2627 in the US.

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How else can you spell Harbor?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Harbour

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Harbor?

Harbor works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Harbor Grace

How popular is Harbor right now?

Falling — down 195 spots — currently #2627 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#2627 · Top 1.9%

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2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2627	67	▼ down 195 · -11% births
2022	#2432	75	▼ down 158 · -7% births
2021	#2274	81	▲ up 828 · +59% births
2020	#3102	51	▼ down 264 · -18% births
2015	#2838	62	▲ up 10418 · +675% births
2010	#13256	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Harbor

Best Year2021Rank #2274

Peak Count81

Average Rank#4422

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Harbor

Harbor is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 783 total births recorded, Harbor remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13256 in 2010 to #2627 in 2023. Harbor is used for both genders: 65% female and 35% male.

Names that peaked alongside Harbor in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Harbor by decade

Harbor peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	57
2010s ★	651
2020s	75

💎Harbor has only 783 total recorded births since 2006 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Harbor?

Common

HarHaArbor

What names sound and feel like Harbor?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Harbor also consider these

Harlow

American · army hill

Harbot

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Harmon

American · A beloved name

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Harbor

What does the name Harbor mean?

Harbor means "shelter; a place of safety" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Harbor?

Harbor is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Harbor have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Harbor?

Harbor originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Harbor?

Harbor is a two-syllable name pronounced HH AA1 R B ER0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Harbor trending right now?

Harbor is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.