Harrison
Harrison is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Harry (or son of Henry).
Origin and history
Harrison originated as an English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Harry' or 'son of Henry'. It gained significant popularity as a given name in the United States during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Today, it remains a well-established and classic choice for boys in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
99,138 babies in the United States have been named Harrison since 1880. It ranks #316 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #121.
States where it is most popular
- CA (8 %)
- TX (7.4 %)
- NY (6 %)
- GA (4.6 %)
- NC (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,235 |
| 1890-1900 | 991 |
| 1900-1910 | 530 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,431 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,265 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,165 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,135 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,037 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,381 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,053 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,970 |
| 1990-2000 | 13,783 |
| 2000-2010 | 17,208 |
| 2010-2019 | 28,557 |
| 2020-2029 | 18,397 |
Famous people named Harrison
- Harrison Ford: Actor
- Harrison Barnes: Athlete, Basketball Player
- Harrison Smith: Athlete, Football Player
Nicknames
Harry, Harris
Fun facts
- The surname became prominent in American culture partly through U.S. Presidents William Henry Harrison and Benjamin Harrison.
- Harrison is one of the most successful examples of the traditional English surname-as-first-name trend in the United States.