Harris Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Harris Name at a Glance

Name	Harris
Meaning	Son of Harry.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Harris Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Harris means “Son of Harry”. 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.

Harris Name Origin

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

Is Harris a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Harris

When considering Harris 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.