Harlie
Harlie is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hare meadow or rocky clearing.
Origin and history
Harlie is a spelling variant of Harley, derived from Old English elements meaning hare meadow or rock meadow. Traditionally used as a surname and given name for both boys and girls, it is relatively rare for males in contemporary U.S. usage.
Popularity in the United States
778 babies in the United States have been named Harlie since 1880. It ranks #3898 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NC (77.8 %)
- TN (22.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 12 |
| 1890-1900 | 20 |
| 1900-1910 | 18 |
| 1910-1920 | 179 |
| 1920-1930 | 210 |
| 1930-1940 | 130 |
| 1940-1950 | 104 |
| 1950-1960 | 55 |
| 1960-1970 | 19 |
| 1970-1980 | 7 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 14 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Har, Lee
Fun facts
- The name originally denoted someone living near a meadow inhabited by hares or characterized by rocks.
- While originally a male name and surname, Harlie and its variants are now given to both boys and girls.