Harold as a Male Name
Harold is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Harold for a boy get a name with a clear Germanic heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Harold means “army ruler” and is of Germanic origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Harald, Harry, Haraldr, Aroldo, Hal.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Harold across all genders, see the complete Harold name meaning.
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Is Harold a boy's name?+
Harold is most commonly a boy's name. It means “army ruler” and is of Germanic origin.
What does Harold mean?+
Harold means “army ruler” and originates from Germanic.