Harold vs John
Harold
Gender: boy
Origin: Norse
Meaning: Army ruler
Peak: 1920 (1.24%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Harold | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.10% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 0.34% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 0.77% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 0.92% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 1.24% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 1.03% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 0.68% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 0.40% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 0.22% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 0.14% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 0.06% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.04% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | 0.02% | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Harold or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Harold peaked in 1920 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Harold and John mean?
Harold means "Army ruler" while John means "God is gracious".