Harrington Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Harrington originates from Old English, meaning 'heron town.' It evolved from historical forms like Herington and Harringtone. The name reflects traits of heritage and tradition. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Harrington"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɛrɪŋtən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Harrington is derived from a place name in England, which comes from the Old English elements 'hæring' meaning 'heron' and 'tun' meaning 'town or settlement.'
Meaning
heron town
Language Evolution
Herington, Harringtone, Harrington
Historical Usage
Harrington gained popularity as a surname in the medieval period and later transitioned to a given name. Its use as a first name became more common in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Harry, Harris, Harrie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Harrington is viewed as a distinguished and somewhat traditional name, often associated with a sense of heritage and classic charm.
Famous People
James Harrington (political theorist), William Harrington (scientist), Harrington Wells (author)
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Harrington Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 13 peak births in 2018
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Harrington"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Harrington"
"Harrington" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3762nd of 7545 | 74 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4467th of 6773 | 39 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5151st of 7552 | 30 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8050th of 10718 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10567th of 16616 | 28 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12085th of 24088 | 56 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9297th of 23106 | 86 |
Regional Popularity of "Harrington" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Harrington" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Harrington"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Harrington" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Harrington" in the United States
The name Harrington is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Harrington has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Harrington' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3762nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4467th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5151st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8050th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10567th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12085th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9297th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Harrington' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.