Harald
Harald is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Army ruler or leader of the warrior host.
Origin and history
Harald is an ancient Germanic and Old Norse name derived from elements meaning 'army' and 'ruler' or 'power'. Historically borne by kings of Norway and Denmark, it remains a classic Scandinavian given name. In the United States, it is a rare choice primarily associated with European heritage and royal history.
Popularity in the United States
811 babies in the United States have been named Harald since 1880. It ranks #3865 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1882.
States where it is most popular
- NY (54.5 %)
- NJ (22.7 %)
- TX (22.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 80 |
| 1920-1930 | 166 |
| 1930-1940 | 122 |
| 1940-1950 | 93 |
| 1950-1960 | 106 |
| 1960-1970 | 136 |
| 1970-1980 | 17 |
| 1980-1990 | 16 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 25 |
| 2020-2029 | 45 |
Famous people named Harald
- Harald V: Monarch, King
- Harald Bluetooth: Monarch, King
Nicknames
Harry, Hal
Fun facts
- Harald is the name of five kings of Norway, including the current monarch, King Harald V.
- The 10th-century king Harald Bluetooth inspired the name and logo of modern Bluetooth wireless technology.