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Harlow

/ HAR-lo /

unisex

Meaning

Army hill; rock hill

Origin

English

Harlow is an English surname derived from a place name, composed of 'here' (army) or 'haer' (rock) and 'hlaw' (hill). While it has historical roots as a surname, it exploded as a fashionable given name for girls in the 2000s, heavily influenced by Nicole Richie choosing it for her daughter. It remains a stylish, vintage-glamour choice.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Harlow.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers

ENFP

14.8%

ESFP

13.2%

INFJ

11.45%

ISFP

10.1%

ENFJ

9.4%

ISFJ

8.75%

INFP

7.6%

ESFJ

6.8%

ESTP

5.4%

ENTP

4.1%

ISTP

3.2%

INTJ

2.5%

ISTJ

1.4%

ENTJ

1.1%

INTP

0.3%

ESTJ

0.1%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Harlow is seen as 'glamorous' and 'chic.' It is inseparable from the legacy of 1930s 'blonde bombshell' Jean Harlow, which gives the name an image of Old Hollywood sophistication. It is favored by parents who want a name that feels vintage but has a modern, punchy sound.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

Jean Harlow

Iconic American film actress and 1930s sex symbol (1911–1937)

Harlow Madden

Daughter of Nicole Richie and Joel Madden who helped popularize the name (b. 2008)

Harlow Curtice

Former president of General Motors and Time Man of the Year (1893–1962)

Sibling Names

Goes well with

Boys

Arlo Marlowe Hugo Milo Leo

Girls

Marlowe Harper Sloane Willow Piper