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Harlow is an Old English name meaning 'army hill', derived from elements signifying military strength and geographical features. It has evolved through forms like Herlawe and Harlowe, reflecting its historical roots. The name is not associated with biblical references. Gaining popularity in the 20th century, Harlow is now viewed as a fashionable and unique choice. Variants include Harlowe and Harlie, and it is associated with notable figures such as Jean Harlow. Overall, Harlow combines a rich historical background with modern appeal.

The name Harlow is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Harlow has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Harlow' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1178th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1283rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2250th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6035th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12845th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8749th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1976th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1733rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 339th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Harlow' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.