Haris
Bosnian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Haris
The name Haris derives from Arabic and means "guardian" or "protector," rooted in the Arabic verb "harasa" (حرس).
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Etymology
The name Haris derives from Arabic and means "guardian" or "protector," rooted in the Arabic verb "harasa" (حرس). It is primarily used in Islamic, Arabic, and South Asian cultures, with historical significance in Muslim communities across the Middle East, Pakistan, and other regions.
Haris currently ranks #2,428 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2002.
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