Holding steady.
Popularity of Harlis since 1915
Babies named Harlis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 20 |
| 1920s | 51 |
| 1930s | 78 |
| 1940s | 40 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Harlis is a rare masculine given name of English origin, first recorded in the United States in 1915. Its peak year of usage was 1937, after which its popularity declined steadily. The name has never ranked among the top 1000 names and remains uncommon, maintaining a stable but low level of usage over the decades. Like many names of its era, Harlis may be a variant form of the more familiar Harris or an anglicization of a surname, reflecting the early 20th-century trend of using family names as first names. While its exact meaning is unclear, its enduring though rare use offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with vintage mid-century American flavor.
Harlis is predominantly a given name of English origin, likely derived from the surname Harris, which itself means 'son of Harry.' Alternatively, it may be a variant of Harless, a surname of English origin. The name saw modest use in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century, with its peak year in 1937, but has remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Harry, Hal, Har
Sibling names for Harlis
Names that share Harlis's style, for a brother or sister.
