Harold Meaning

What does Harold mean?

The name Harold is of Scandinavian origin.

The meaning of Harold is "army ruler, army leader".

Harold is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 6 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced Ha-rold.

Harold is quite a sophisticated name and a welcome find.

An auspicious name, it is one that will be admired.

A simple name that will enchant parents.

Harold falls into the classic name category.

Some famous bearers of this name include: Harold 'Bud' Foster, and Harold 'Bullet Joe' Simpson.

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 797 in baby name popularity for boys with 281 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 799 in baby name popularity for boys with 285 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

Want to see how Harold sizes up? How it compares to some other names? Then check out the Harold Name Popularity Page.

The names Aroldo, Harald, Haraldur are all forms of Harold.

What will your new littleHarold be like?

It may all be in the numbers.

The numbers that make up your child's name.

Numerology may give you some insight.

Children named Harold are often hopeful and comfortable but most of all they are read more >>

Would you like to fingerspell the name Harold in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Harold.

Just for fun, see the name Harold in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Harold in Nautical Flags page.