Harriet as a Female Name
Harriet is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Harriet for a girl get a name with a clear English heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Harriet means “home-ruler” and is of English origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Henrietta, Harriette, Hattie, Harriott, Harri.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Harriet across all genders, see the complete Harriet name meaning.
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Is Harriet a girl's name?+
Harriet is most commonly a girl's name. It means “home-ruler” and is of English origin.
What does Harriet mean?+
Harriet means “home-ruler” and originates from English.