Harper - girls name

Harper name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 100%

Harper name meaning:

The name Harper has both English and Scottish origins. In Old English, it derives from the word “harpere,” which means “harp player” or “minstrel.” In Scottish, the name comes from the word “harpare,” which refers to someone who plays the harp, as well as someone who is skilled with their hands.

The name Harper has gained popularity in recent years, particularly for boys. It has a unisex quality, often associated with strength, creativity, and musical ability. Harper is a name that evokes a sense of charm and harmony.

In addition to its musical connotation, Harper can also be interpreted as a metaphorical representation of someone who brings harmony to those around them. Harper's significance can extend beyond its literal meaning of a harp player, symbolizing someone who brings joy and unity to others. Overall, the name Harper has a delightful, melodious quality that suggests a person with artistic talent, grace, and the ability to create harmony in their environment.

Origin: English

Harp player.

Categories

Surnames, Unisex names

Other girls names beginning with H

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 26 out of 5581

1480 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    832
  • 5yrs

    18
  • 1yr

    2

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (25)
  • Wales (25)
  • England (26)

Historical popularity of Harper

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Harper from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Harper in 2024