How Many People Are Named Harriet?
Complete statistics for the name Harriet: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Harriet, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 13,455 Americans today, making it quite unique. With an estimated 24,527 people bearing this name in the US, it stands out among other names. Interestingly, most Harriets are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older-generation feel.
📖 Meaning & Origin
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🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 95All 89,878 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1921Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Harriet Through the Generations
Harriet has been a name steeped in tradition, reaching its peak popularity way back in 1921 when 2,395 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of those named Harriet are over 60, with 3,238 under-30 and 2,272 aged between 30 and 60. This age distribution paints a picture of a name that's making a comeback, with a classic charm that's resonating with new generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Harriet's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Harriet
How Many People Have the Name Harriet?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 245 people in the United States currently share the name Harriet. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,352,854 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Harriet a Common or Rare Name?
Harriet is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Harriet in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Harriet Most Popular?
The name Harriet reached peak popularity in 1921, with 2,395 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Harriet?
Approximately 245 people named Harriet live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 245. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,352,854 Americans.
Is Harriet a rare name?
Harriet is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,352,854 Americans has this name.
What does the name Harriet mean?
The meaning and origin of Harriet are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Harriet more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Harriet are male and 100% are female.
When was Harriet most popular?
Harriet peaked in 1921 with 2,395 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.