Holding steady, #2,108 for boys today.
Popularity of Hardin since 1880
Babies named Hardin per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2021, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Hardin's real moment was 1921.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 29 |
| 1890s | 21 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 119 |
| 1920s | 264 |
| 1930s | 63 |
| 1940s | 98 |
| 1950s | 79 |
| 1960s | 47 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 57 |
| 2020s | 513 |
Meaning & origin
Hardin is a rare English surname-turned-given name that has maintained a low but steady presence in the United States since records began in 1880. Its peak year of usage was 1921, reflecting a broader trend of surname names in the early 20th century. Currently, Hardin ranks #2108, making it an uncommon choice. The name has appeared most frequently in Tennessee and Texas, suggesting a regional preference in the South and Southwest. With a steady trajectory over recent decades, Hardin is neither surging nor fading, offering a distinctive option for parents seeking a name with English roots and a strong, simple sound.
Hardin is an English surname transferred to given name use. It derives from the Old English words 'hara' (hare) and 'denu' (valley), meaning 'valley of the hares'. The name was originally a locational surname for someone living in such a valley. As a given name, Hardin saw modest use in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in the southern United States.
Where Hardin is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hardy
Sibling names for Hardin
Names that share Hardin's style, for a brother or sister.
