Harper

Girl's name

Harper is an English occupational surname meaning "harp player" or "maker of harps." It originated as a job title for someone who played or crafted harps.

Meaning Harpist
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 7,370 Falling
Peak year 2016

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Harper Lee - Author of "To Kill a Mockingbird."
  • Harper Beckham - Daughter of David and Victoria Beckham.
  • Harper Grace Hemsworth - Daughter of Chris Hemsworth.
  • Harper Seven Beckham - Daughter of David and Victoria Beckham.
  • Harper Estelle Wolfeld-Gosk - Daughter of Jenna Wolfe.
  • Harper Tillman - Daughter of actress Tatyana Ali.
  • Harper Renn Smith - Daughter of actress Tiffani Thiessen.
  • Harper Vivienne Ann Locklear - Daughter of Heather Locklear.
  • Harper Willow Grohl - Daughter of Dave Grohl.
  • Harper Moon Partridge - Daughter of actress Soleil Moon Frye.

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