Harper
Also a boy's name
- English: Minstrel; Harpers were more than entertainers when this name was created. They were a primary source of news and keepers of the historical record.
Origin:
Description:
What used to be considered a boys name in the 1800s, Harper gained mainstream popularity when author Harper Lee published her classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird. The name is having a major surge in popularity right now with celebrities left and right christening their daughters Harper. This is remarkable considering it wasn't even a blip on the name radar for either gender until the mid-2000s.
Popularity:
How popular is Harper? Here's how many babies were named Harper over time, according to the U.S. Social Security Administration.
Ranking Name
Famous Namesakes:
Writer Harper Lee
Celebrity Babies:
Daughter of Victoria and David Beckham, Daughter of Neil Patrick Harris, Daughter of Dave Grohl, Daughter of Tiffani Amber Thiessen
Syllables:
2
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