Unisex nameCurrently #1,012 in the USRising
Harlem
//ˈhɑɹləm//
2 syllablesPeak year: 20236 lettersStarts with H
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Harlem's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Harlem's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Harlem |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 60 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 88 |
| 2009 | 126 |
| 2010 | 134 |
| 2011 | 116 |
| 2012 | 138 |
| 2013 | 215 |
| 2014 | 267 |
| 2015 | 292 |
| 2016 | 277 |
| 2017 | 277 |
| 2018 | 310 |
| 2019 | 375 |
| 2020 | 406 |
| 2021 | 381 |
| 2022 | 366 |
| 2023 | 408 |
| 2024 | 397 |
Harlem through the decades
- Harlem peaked in 2023, when 408 babies were named Harlem in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Harlem has risen 181% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Harlem currently ranks #1,012 in the US and is on the rise.