Harrison is a highly popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #50 in 2025 with 1,007 recorded births. This places Harrison in the top 1% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2015 with 2,241 births ranking #32. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 51.9%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 270 boys born was named Harrison. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Harrison is an English surname name meaning "son of Harry". It has a classic, slightly polished feel and remains one of the most successful modern patronymic boys' names.
The name moved from surname to first-name use and later became a mainstream favourite. It works well because it sounds substantial without being overly formal.