How Popular (or Rare) was Harris in 1996?

🇬🇧 England & Wales • Boy

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#454
1996 Rank
42
1996 Births
#264
Best Rank (2005)
186
Peak Year (2015)
3,648
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 7,584
Rarity Factor (1996)

📊 The Harris Story

Harris is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #454 in 1996 with 42 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2015 with 186 births ranking #273. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 7,584 boys born was named Harris. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

📅 Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from England & Wales; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: English and Welsh surname  |  Meaning: son of Harry

Harris is a surname-style name meaning "son of Harry". It has a steady, tailored sound and sits comfortably among modern surname favourites without feeling too trendy.

The name came into first-name use from surname tradition and has remained attractive because it feels both refined and familiar. Its connection to the long-standing Harry and Henry family gives it extra depth.

Did you know?Harris often appeals to parents who like surname names but want something less fashion-heavy than some newer choices.
Similar namesHarrison, Harri, Harvey, Hayes, Hudson

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