Haroldean
A feminine version of the masculine name Harold, derived from the Old English elements here meaning "army" and weald meaning "ruler".
Name Census estimates that about 3 living Americans carry the first name Haroldean. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 63.2% of registrations being male. The average person named Haroldean today is around 100 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Haroldean births was 1932 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Haroldean. 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
- • The typical person named Haroldean is about 100 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Haroldeans were born before 1936.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Haroldean. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
3
~ 1 in 114,251,446 Americans
Peak year
1932
7 babies that year
Average age
100
years old
1937 SSA rank
#3,301
Tracked since 1932
Gender
Gender distribution for Haroldean
Haroldean is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 19 total registrations, 12 (63.2%) were male and 7 (36.8%) were female.
Haroldean as a male name
- Ranked #3,301 in 1937
- 6 male births in 1937
- Peak: 1933 (6 births)
Haroldean as a female name
- Ranked #3,721 in 1932
- 7 female births in 1932
- Peak: 1932 (7 births)
Popularity
Haroldean: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Haroldean 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 Haroldean during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 12 | 7 | 19 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Haroldean
Haroldean is a unique and intriguing name with a rich history that spans across several cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the Old English language, where it is believed to have derived from the combination of the words "here," meaning army, and "wald," meaning ruler or leader. This suggests that the name may have initially been bestowed upon individuals who held positions of authority within military ranks or were revered for their leadership abilities.
The earliest known reference to the name Haroldean can be found in ancient Anglo-Saxon manuscripts dating back to the 5th century CE. During this period, the name was predominantly used by members of the ruling class and nobility, reflecting its connotations of power and prestige. As the name spread across Europe, it underwent various linguistic transformations, resulting in slight variations in spelling and pronunciation.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Haroldean was Haroldean of Wessex (c. 1022 - 1066 CE), the last Anglo-Saxon king of England. His reign was marked by a series of conflicts with the Norman invaders, culminating in his demise at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Despite his defeat, Haroldean's legacy as a valiant warrior and capable ruler has endured throughout the centuries.
Another prominent individual named Haroldean was Haroldean the Younger (c. 1040 - 1098 CE), the son of the aforementioned King Haroldean of Wessex. After the Norman Conquest of England, Haroldean the Younger sought refuge in Denmark and later played a pivotal role in the resistance against the Norman rulers, earning him a place in the annals of English history.
During the Middle Ages, the name Haroldean gained popularity among the nobility and aristocracy across various European regions. One notable figure from this era was Haroldean de Montfort (c. 1235 - 1298 CE), a French nobleman and military commander who fought in the Seventh Crusade and later served as the Seneschal of Gascony.
In the Renaissance period, the name Haroldean was associated with renowned scholars and artists. Haroldean Lancelot (1516 - 1590 CE), an English poet and dramatist, was one such individual who contributed significantly to the literary landscape of Elizabethan England.
Throughout history, the name Haroldean has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, each leaving their mark on the world in their own unique way. From warriors and rulers to poets and scholars, the name has endured as a testament to its rich heritage and enduring legacy.
People
Haroldean + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Haroldean: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Haroldean?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 3 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Haroldean 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 114,251,446 US residents.
Is Haroldean a common name?
We classify Haroldean as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 19 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Haroldean most popular?
The single biggest year for Haroldean was 1932, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Haroldean is about 100 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Haroldean in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Haroldean a male name?
Yes, 63.2% of people registered as Haroldean 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.
Is Haroldean still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Haroldean in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Haroldean can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Haroldean?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.