Harrington

“place name”

England origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12897US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

302All-time births

📅 Since 191200

How to pronounce Harrington

HER·ingt·un

/ˈhɛr.ɪŋt.ən/ · stress on HER · 3 syllables

“place name”

England origin · Boy name

What does Harrington mean and where does it come from?

Harrington is a surname of English and also a place name indicating 'the estate of Hereward' or 'Hare's town' stemming from Old English. It has a historical use dating back to the medieval period. The name has been adopted as a first name, particularly in the United States. Notable people with this

Cultural significance

Harrington has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in England-speaking communities, where it reflects values of place name.

Peak popularity

Reached #2432 in 1913 — currently #12897 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Harrington?

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

Harrington Grace

How popular is Harrington right now?

Falling — down 4350 spots — currently #12897 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#12897 · Top 9.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12897	5	▼ down 4350 · -44% births
2022	#8547	9	▲ up 1550 · +29% births
2021	#10097	7	▲ up 1914 · +40% births
2020	#12011	5	▼ down 4475 · -50% births
2015	#7536	10	▲ up 2229 · +43% births
2010	#9765	7	▼ down 3253
1990	#6512	7	▼ down 2659 · +40% births
1950	#3853	5	▼ down 575 · -17% births
1940	#3278	6	▼ down 374 · -33% births
1930	#2904	9	▲ up 972 · +50% births
1925	#3876	6	▲ up 72
1920	#3948	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Harrington

Best Year1930Rank #2904

Peak Count10

Average Rank#7102

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202312 years

The story of Harrington

Harrington entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 302 total births recorded, Harrington remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3948 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12897 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Harrington in 1913:

John William James Robert Joseph

Harrington by decade

Harrington peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	33
1920s	46
1930s	14
1940s	28
1950s	16
1960s	6
1970s	17
1980s	11
1990s	22
2000s	30
2010s ★	74
2020s	5

💎Harrington has only 302 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Harrington?

Common

HarHaIngton

What names sound and feel like Harrington?

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

Barrington

England · From the town

Darrington

United Kingdom · From the oak

Karrington

American · from the place

Arrington

American · English

Farrington

Arabic · A Arabic name

Carrington

American · From the hollow

Darlington

English · from the farm

Harrison

American · son of Harry

Common questions about the name Harrington

What does the name Harrington mean?

Harrington means "place name" — a name rooted in England 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 Harrington?

Harrington is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Harrington?

Harrington originates from England tradition. England 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 Harrington?

Harrington is a three-syllable name pronounced HH EH1 R IH0 NG T AH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Harrington?

Harrington pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar England heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.