Harlee
Harlee is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hare meadow or rocky clearing.
Origin and history
Harlee is a modern feminine spelling variant of Harley, derived from Old English roots meaning 'hare clearing' or 'rocky meadow'. It has gained steady popularity in the United States in recent years as a trendy, contemporary alternative. Its usage reflects a broader American preference for names ending in the 'ee' sound.
Popularity in the United States
8,023 babies in the United States have been named Harlee since 1880. It ranks #1867 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #844.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.3 %)
- CA (9.6 %)
- GA (5.6 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
- PA (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 15 |
| 1990-2000 | 887 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,865 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,410 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,840 |
Nicknames
Har, Harls
Fun facts
- Harlee emerged as a popular modern feminine respelling of the traditional Old English surname Harley.
- The name has seen an increase in usage during the 2020s alongside other casual, nature-derived names.