Find out how popular the first name Harker has been for the last 6 years (from 2015 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Harker by gender

Based on the last 6 years of data, Harker is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Harker.

The history of the first name Harker

The name Harker is of English origin, derived from the Old English words "hara" meaning "hare" and "aker" meaning "field". It was originally an occupational surname referring to a person who worked as a hare keeper or a hunter of hares in the fields.

In the Middle Ages, when surnames were first adopted, the name Harker appeared in various spellings such as Harker, Harcker, and Hareaker. It was most commonly found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Harker dates back to the 13th century, when a man named William Harker was mentioned in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire in 1285. Another early reference can be found in the Feet of Fines for Essex in 1306, which mentions a John Harker.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the first name Harker. One of the most famous was Harker Harred (1660-1733), an English pirate and privateer who operated in the Caribbean during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He was known for his daring raids and his skill in evading capture.

Another notable Harker was Harker Wilcox (1790-1867), an American politician and lawyer who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1843 to 1847. He was a prominent figure in the Whig Party and was involved in several important legal cases during his career.

In the literary world, the name Harker is perhaps best known for its association with Jonathan Harker, the fictional character in Bram Stoker's novel "Dracula" published in 1897. Harker is the young English solicitor who travels to Transylvania and becomes entangled in the sinister world of Count Dracula.

Another notable bearer of the name was Harker Davis (1894-1972), an American baseball player who played in the Major Leagues from 1919 to 1926. He was a left-handed pitcher and played for several teams, including the Chicago White Sox and the St. Louis Browns.

Lastly, Harker Wyatt (1918-2000) was a British artist and sculptor known for his abstract works in various media, including metal, wood, and stone. His sculptures were exhibited in numerous galleries and museums throughout the United Kingdom and Europe.

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