Harvey Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Harvey Name at a Glance

Name	Harvey
Meaning	'Eager for battle.'.
Origin	Celtic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Harvey Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Harvey means “'Eager for battle”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Harvey Name Origin

Our database records Harvey under Celtic origin. Browse more Celtic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Harvey a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Harvey is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Harvey

When considering Harvey for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.