Harmon
Harmon is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Army man or warrior.
Origin and history
Harmon is a traditional male given name and surname derived from the Germanic name Herman, brought to England via Old French. It saw regular use in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries and continues as an uncommon classic choice today. It carries a traditional, vintage feel due to its historical usage.
Popularity in the United States
6,607 babies in the United States have been named Harmon since 1880. It ranks #1490 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1809.
States where it is most popular
- TX (15.2 %)
- GA (11.1 %)
- SC (8.9 %)
- MS (8.7 %)
- AL (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 200 |
| 1890-1900 | 185 |
| 1900-1910 | 208 |
| 1910-1920 | 944 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,280 |
| 1930-1940 | 995 |
| 1940-1950 | 823 |
| 1950-1960 | 556 |
| 1960-1970 | 341 |
| 1970-1980 | 197 |
| 1980-1990 | 111 |
| 1990-2000 | 149 |
| 2000-2010 | 275 |
| 2010-2019 | 225 |
| 2020-2029 | 118 |
Famous people named Harmon
- Harmon Killebrew: Baseball player
Fun facts
- Harmon developed as an Anglo-Norman and English surname variant of the Germanic given name Herman.
- Harmon was most commonly given as a first name in the United States around the turn of the 20th century.