Harlie
Harlie is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hare clearing, meadow of the hares, or rocky meadow.
Origin and history
Harlie is a modern feminine variant of Harley, derived from Old English words meaning 'hare clearing' or 'meadow of the hares'. Historically used as a surname and place name, it evolved into a popular given name in the United States. In recent years, Harlie has maintained a steady presence as a stylish, contemporary spelling choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
4,492 babies in the United States have been named Harlie since 1880. It ranks #2613 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1538.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.2 %)
- CA (10.8 %)
- LA (6.6 %)
- OH (6.2 %)
- GA (6.2 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 17 |
| 1990-2000 | 931 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,535 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,439 |
| 2020-2029 | 565 |
Fun facts
- Harlie represents a modern feminine spelling variant of the traditional English surname Harley.
- The original place name elements combine 'hara' (hare) and 'leah' (woodland or meadow).