Harlis
Old English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Harlis
The given name 'Harlis' is likely a modern invented or variant form, possibly derived from the Old English elements *har* (gray) and *lis* (linden tree or fort), meaning "gray fortress" or "from the gray linden tree." It is not strongly tied to any specific culture or religion, but it appears occasionally in English-speaking countries, with no notable historical figures or widespread traditional usage.
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Etymology
The given name 'Harlis' is likely a modern invented or variant form, possibly derived from the Old English elements *har* (gray) and *lis* (linden tree or fort), meaning "gray fortress" or "from the gray linden tree." It is not strongly tied to any specific culture or religion, but it appears occasionally in English-speaking countries, with no notable historical figures or widespread traditional usage.
Harlis currently ranks #4,285 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1937.
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