Harrison name meaning
81k
in the U.S.
since 1880
181k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Harrison mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
User Submitted Origins
User Submitted Meanings
- According to a user from Virginia, U.S., the name Harrison is of English origin and means "Son of Harris".
- A submission from the United Kingdom says the name Harrison means "The son of harry".
- A submission from Pennsylvania, U.S. says the name Harrison means "Given by god".
- According to a user from Canada, the name Harrison is of Korean origin and means "Gift of god".
- A submission from the United Kingdom says the name Harrison means "Incredibly handsome" and is of English origin.
- A user from Michigan, U.S. says the name Harrison is of African origin and means "Awesome".
- A submission from New York, U.S. says the name Harrison means "Lover of many" and is of English origin.
- 9th President of the United States; caught pneumonia during his inauguration and died shortly after (1773-1841)
- 23rd President of the United States (1833-1901)
- English rock star; lead guitarist of the Beatles (1943-2001)
- English actor on stage and in films (1908-1990)
From Harry + -son.
- A northern English patronymic surname.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A city, the county seat of Boone County, Arkansas.
- A city, the county seat of Clare County, Michigan.
- A city in Ohio.
- A city in Idaho.
- A town in Georgia, United States.
- A town in Maine.
- A town in New Jersey.
- A town in Grant County, Wisconsin.
- A town in Lincoln County, Wisconsin.
- A town in Marathon County, Wisconsin.
- A town in Waupaca County, Wisconsin.
- A village, the county seat of Sioux County, Nebraska.
- A coterminous town and village in New York.
- A village in Calumet County and Outagamie County, Wisconsin.
- A village in Calumet County, Wisconsin.
- A census-designated place in Montana.
- A census-designated place in South Dakota.
- A census-designated place in Tennessee.
Notable Persons Named Harrison
Notable Persons Named Harrison
Harrison Ford is an actor and producer. He has been prominent since 1966. Harrison was born on July 13th, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Harrison Barnes is a basketball player for the Golden State Warriors in the National Basketball Association. He was most prominent from 2012 to present. Harrison was born on May 30th, 1992 in Ames, Iowa.
Harrison Schmitt is an office holder. Harrison was born on July 3rd, 1935 in Santa Rita, New Mexico, USA.
Harrison Smith is a football player for the Minnesota Vikings. He has had major accomplishments since 2012. Harrison was born on February 2nd, 1989 in Augusta, Georgia.
Harrison Gilbertson is an actor. He has been prominent since 2002. Harrison was born on June 29th, 1993 in Adelaide, Australia.
Harrison Craig is a pop, adult contemporary, and adult contemporary music musician. He was most active from 2013 to present. Harrison was born on September 7th, 1994 in Melbourne, Australia.
Notable Persons With the Last Name Harrison
Notable Persons With the Last Name Harrison
George Harrison was a rock music, pop music, indian classical music, and experimental music musician. He plays Guitar, Sitar, Gretsch, Fender Stratocaster, Gibson Les Paul, Lucy (guitar), Rickenbacker 360/12, Gibson SG, Epiphone Casino, and Vocals. He holds the title Old Brown Shoe", Something", and How Do You Sleep?". He was most prominent from 1958 to 2001. George was born on February 25th, 1943 in , England. He breathed his last breath on November 29th, 2001.
William Henry Harrison was a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives, from Ohio's 1st district, Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from the Northwest Territory's At-large district, 9th President of the United States, United States Minister to Colombia, Member of theU.S. His military service ended in 1798. William was born on February 9th, 1773 in Charles City County, Virginia. He breathed his last breath on April 4th, 1841.
Courtney Love is an alternative rock, grunge, punk rock, and power pop musician. She plays List of Rickenbacker products, Fender Jazzmaster, and Squier Venus. She holds the title Doll Parts". She has had major accomplishments since 1982. Courtney was given the name Courtney Michelle Harrison on July 9th, 1964.
Benjamin Harrison was a 23rd President of the United States. His military service ended in 1865. Benjamin was born on August 20th, 1833 in North Bend, Ohio. He died on March 13th, 1901.
Jr. Richard Benjamin Harrison is a businessman and reality television personality. He has been prominent since 1983. Jr. was born on March 4th, 1941 in Danville, Virginia. Jr. is also known as The Old Man (nickname), The Appraiser, and Benny.
Rick Harrison is a businessman and reality television personality. His ongoing career started in 1983. Rick was given the name Richard Kevin Harrison on March 22nd, 1965 in Davidson, North Carolina, U.S.
- MýaMusician
- Sir Rex HarrisonActor
- James HarrisonAmerican Football Player
- Dhani HarrisonMusician
- Ryan Harrison
- Corey HarrisonBusinessman
- Audley HarrisonBoxer
- Marvin HarrisonFootball Player
- John HarrisonScientist
- Blake HarrisonActor
- Olivia Harrison
- Gregory Harrison
- Chris HarrisonCelebrity
- Andrew HarrisonBasketball Player
Common last names for Harrison
Ethnicity Distribution
Ethnicity | Harrison | U.S. | |
---|---|---|---|
█ | White | 68.66% | 64.26% |
█ | African American | 24.45% | 11.96% |
█ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 0.52% | 4.85% |
█ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.39% | 0.69% |
█ | Two or More Ethnicities | 2.27% | 1.76% |
█ | Hispanic or Latino | 2.70% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Harrison
People with the last name Harrison are most frequently White or African American
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Fun Facts about the name Harrison
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