gender neutral
Harrison
son of Harry
About Harrison
This name stands as a testament to enduring style, having maintained its appeal across generations without ever feeling dated or overused. Harrison embodies a certain gravitas and respectability that parents seeking a substantial name will find compelling. The name's literary and historical associations lend it depth, while its straightforward pronunciation and spelling prevent any practical complications. With the versatile nickname "Harry" available for childhood casualness, Harrison offers flexibility as a child matures. It's a name that commands attention in professional settings while remaining warm and personable in social contexts. The strong consonant sounds project confidence and reliability—qualities most parents hope to instill in their sons.
Popularity of the Name Harrison
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #190 | ||||
| 1881 | #189 | ||||
| 1882 | #178 | ||||
| 1883 | #194 | ||||
| 1884 | #207 | ||||
| 1885 | #247 | ||||
| 1886 | #178 | ||||
| 1887 | #130 | ||||
| 1888 | #52 | ||||
| 1889 | #68 | ||||
| 1890 | #107 | ||||
| 1891 | #130 | ||||
| 1892 | #111 | ||||
| 1893 | #125 | ||||
| 1894 | #178 | ||||
| 1895 | #189 | ||||
| 1896 | #200 | ||||
| 1897 | #205 | ||||
| 1898 | #187 | ||||
| 1899 | #227 | ||||
| 1900 | #245 | ||||
| 1901 | #260 | ||||
| 1902 | #255 | ||||
| 1903 | #271 | ||||
| 1904 | #281 | ||||
| 1905 | #265 | ||||
| 1906 | #313 | ||||
| 1907 | #285 | ||||
| 1908 | #284 | ||||
| 1909 | #305 | ||||
| 1910 | #247 | ||||
| 1911 | #292 | ||||
| 1912 | #270 | ||||
| 1913 | #280 | ||||
| 1914 | #270 | ||||
| 1915 | #279 | ||||
| 1916 | #301 | ||||
| 1917 | #292 | ||||
| 1918 | #276 | ||||
| 1919 | #308 | ||||
| 1920 | #277 | ||||
| 1921 | #310 | ||||
| 1922 | #292 | ||||
| 1923 | #294 | ||||
| 1924 | #316 | ||||
| 1925 | #304 | ||||
| 1926 | #334 | ||||
| 1927 | #335 | ||||
| 1928 | #345 | ||||
| 1929 | #388 | ||||
| 1930 | #368 | ||||
| 1931 | #373 | ||||
| 1932 | #349 | ||||
| 1933 | #353 | ||||
| 1934 | #384 | ||||
| 1935 | #386 | ||||
| 1936 | #405 | ||||
| 1937 | #381 | ||||
| 1938 | #383 | ||||
| 1939 | #400 | ||||
| 1940 | #434 | ||||
| 1941 | #437 | ||||
| 1942 | #422 | ||||
| 1943 | #405 | ||||
| 1944 | #454 | ||||
| 1945 | #398 | ||||
| 1946 | #452 | ||||
| 1947 | #421 | ||||
| 1948 | #432 | ||||
| 1949 | #438 | ||||
| 1950 | #447 | ||||
| 1951 | #459 | ||||
| 1952 | #464 | ||||
| 1953 | #471 | ||||
| 1954 | #505 | ||||
| 1955 | #529 | ||||
| 1956 | #554 | ||||
| 1957 | #542 | ||||
| 1958 | #583 | ||||
| 1959 | #566 | ||||
| 1960 | #590 | ||||
| 1961 | #660 | ||||
| 1962 | #599 | ||||
| 1963 | #622 | ||||
| 1964 | #671 | ||||
| 1965 | #690 | ||||
| 1966 | #654 | ||||
| 1967 | #648 | ||||
| 1968 | #714 | ||||
| 1969 | #719 | ||||
| 1970 | #753 | ||||
| 1971 | #814 | ||||
| 1972 | #742 | ||||
| 1973 | #743 | ||||
| 1974 | #778 | ||||
| 1975 | #785 | ||||
| 1976 | #829 | ||||
| 1977 | #971 | ||||
| 1978 | #861 | ||||
| 1979 | #846 | ||||
| 1980 | #756 | ||||
| 1981 | #736 | ||||
| 1982 | #603 | ||||
| 1983 | #559 | ||||
| 1984 | #572 | ||||
| 1985 | #419 | ||||
| 1986 | #394 | ||||
| 1987 | #341 | #321 | |||
| 1988 | #314 | #321 | |||
| 1989 | #283 | #265 | |||
| 1990 | #280 | #208 | |||
| 1991 | #273 | #188 | #296 | ||
| 1992 | #282 | #124 | #274 | ||
| 1993 | #279 | #106 | #231 | ||
| 1994 | #218 | #82 | #212 | ||
| 1995 | #217 | #74 | #237 | ||
| 1996 | #209 | #53 | #234 | ||
| 1997 | #181 | #86 | #48 | #208 | |
| 1998 | #174 | #83 | #41 | #181 | |
| 1999 | #182 | #70 | #42 | #354 | #185 |
| 2000 | #184 | #60 | #38 | #325 | #184 |
| 2001 | #203 | #51 | #32 | #304 | #228 |
| 2002 | #199 | #58 | #33 | #366 | #204 |
| 2003 | #212 | #48 | #31 | #317 | #238 |
| 2004 | #209 | #49 | #44 | #461 | #229 |
| 2005 | #211 | #44 | #33 | #357 | #243 |
| 2006 | #231 | #40 | #32 | #262 | #246 |
| 2007 | #225 | #34 | #39 | #289 | #244 |
| 2008 | #219 | #36 | #38 | #260 | #228 |
| 2009 | #241 | #43 | #41 | #274 | #219 |
| 2010 | #233 | #44 | #45 | #217 | #218 |
| 2011 | #199 | #40 | #51 | #250 | #162 |
| 2012 | #181 | #34 | #49 | #197 | #157 |
| 2013 | #162 | #35 | #44 | #168 | #142 |
| 2014 | #127 | #35 | #39 | #135 | #127 |
| 2015 | #119 | #31 | #42 | #151 | #117 |
| 2016 | #107 | #31 | #40 | #120 | #82 |
| 2017 | #113 | #31 | #34 | #118 | #88 |
| 2018 | #115 | #34 | #28 | #126 | #95 |
| 2019 | #111 | #31 | #33 | #134 | #95 |
| 2020 | #114 | #40 | #33 | #118 | #106 |
| 2021 | #121 | #47 | #38 | #177 | #111 |
| 2022 | #128 | #45 | #45 | #142 | #101 |
| 2023 | #119 | #48 | #61 | #131 | #97 |
| 2024 | #121 | #51 | #59 | #132 | #93 |
| 2025 | #116 | #48 | #55 | #124 | #110 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Harrison
Names Similar to Harrison
Nicknames for Harrison
- Harry
- Harris
- Har
- Son
Famous People Named Harrison
| Harrison Ford | American actor known for his roles in "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" franchises |
| Harrison Barnes | American professional basketball player |
| Harrison Bader | American professional baseball player |
| Harrison Dillard | American Olympic sprinter and hurdler |
| Harrison Schmitt | American astronaut and geologist |
| Harrison Gilbertson | Australian actor |
| Harrison Afful | Ghanaian professional soccer player |
| Harrison Craig | Australian singer and winner of "The Voice Australia" |
| Harrison Smith | American professional football player |
| Harrison Young | American film and television actor |
| Harrison Brown | American artist and musician |
| Harrison Reed | English professional soccer player |
| Harrison Houde | Canadian actor and musician |
| Harrison Gray Otis | American politician and newspaper publisher |
| Harrison Marks | British photographer and film director |
| Harrison Frazer | English professional golfer |
| Harrison Kennedy | Canadian blues musician |
| Harrison Fisher | American illustrator and author |
| Harrison Norris | Australian rugby union player |
| Harrison Stebbins | American film and television actor |
Characters Named Harrison
| Harrison Wells | Character from the TV series "The Flash" |
| Harrison Bergeron | Protagonist in the dystopian short story by Kurt Vonnegut |
| Harrison Ford | Character in the film "Blade Runner" |
| Harrison Chase | Character in the soap opera "General Hospital" |
| Harrison J. Bounel | Fictional identity mentioned in conspiracy theories |
| Harrison Carter | Character in the TV series "Stargate SG-1" |
| Harrison "Harry" Mason | Protagonist in the video game "Silent Hill" |
| Harrison Blackwood | Character in the TV series "War of the Worlds" |
| Harrison Hill | Character in the film "Perfect Stranger" |
| Harrison Yates | Character in the TV series "South Park" |
| Harrison Renard | Character in the book series "Black Dagger Brotherhood" |
| Harrison Barber | Character in the TV series "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" |
| Harrison Chatham | Character in the TV series "Suits" |
| Harrison Biggs | Character in the book "A Man Called Ove" by Fredrik Backman |
| Harrison James | Character in the TV series "Rookie Blue" |
| Harrison Pike | Character in the TV series "The 100" |
| Harrison Tucker | Character in the TV series "Scandal" |
| Harrison Dunne | Character in the TV series "Lost" |
| Harrison Hilliard | Character in the TV series "The West Wing" |
| Harrison Wallace | Character in the film "The Birdcage" |