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Derived from Old English, meaning 'gray land' or 'meadow of the hares.' Harlin represents a person with a grounded, peaceful presence and a keen, observant mind that appreciates the quiet beauty of nature.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,204 |
| Gender | Male (3% / 97%) |
| Peak year | 1925 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1921 |
| Most recent | 1977 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, German |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
AL — 38%HI — 25%VA — 12%TN — 12%NC — 12%
Notable People
Harlin Pool (Outfielder for the Cincinnati Reds) · Harlin Quist (Avant-garde children's book publisher) · Harlin Miller (Professional football player for the New Orleans Saints) · Harlin Gerrish (Respected American politician) · Harlin S. Sands (Distinguished military officer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
HarlyLin
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