Haris
Of Arabic origin, signifying someone who cultivates, grows, or guards plants.
Name Census estimates that about 1,729 living Americans carry the first name Haris. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Haris today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Haris births was 2002 (68 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Haris. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Haris is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 18 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.7K
~ 1 in 198,238 Americans
Peak year
2002
68 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,797
Tracked since 1980
Popularity
Haris: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Haris from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 554 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Haris remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Haris by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Haris during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Haris' live
The SSA's state-level files cover 13 states and territories. New York, California, Texas recorded the most babies named Haris, while Wisconsin, Missouri, Connecticut recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 56 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Haris
The name Haris has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, derived from the Arabic word "harith," which means "tiller of the soil" or "farmer." It has been in use since ancient times in the Middle East and North Africa.
In the pre-Islamic era, the name Haris was commonly used among Arab tribes, particularly those involved in agriculture and pastoral activities. It was associated with fertility, prosperity, and a connection to the land.
The name Haris is mentioned in several ancient Arabic texts and historical records. One notable reference is found in the poetry of the pre-Islamic poet Imru' al-Qais, who lived in the 6th century CE.
During the Islamic period, the name gained further significance as it was borne by several prominent figures in Islamic history. One of the earliest recorded examples is Haris ibn Shurahbil, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad who lived in the 7th century CE.
Throughout history, there have been numerous notable individuals named Haris. One of the most famous was Haris al-Bahr, an Arab navigator and explorer who lived in the 9th century CE. He is credited with leading several maritime expeditions and contributing to the development of Arab navigation and cartography.
Another prominent figure was Haris al-Muhasibi, a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 9th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of Islamic ethics and spiritual development.
In the 11th century, Haris al-Basri was a celebrated Arabic poet and philosopher known for his profound insights and literary works.
During the Ottoman Empire, Haris Pasha was a prominent military leader and statesman who served as the governor of several provinces in the 16th century.
In more recent times, Haris Rauf is a Pakistani cricketer who has represented the national team and is known for his exceptional pace bowling.
The name Haris has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, with variations in spelling and pronunciation found in different regions. Its enduring presence throughout history reflects its deep-rooted significance and the diverse individuals who have borne this name.
People
Haris + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Haris as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Haris: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Haris?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,729 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Haris going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 198,238 US residents.
Is Haris a common name?
We classify Haris as "Rare". It ranks above 93.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,752 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Haris most popular?
The single biggest year for Haris was 2002, when 68 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Haris is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Haris a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Haris in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.