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Harrisson

Male

« Harrison is a distinct Scottish name derived from 'hare' (grey-haired) and '-son' (son), translating to 'son of the grey-haired one'. »

#42407 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Harrisson is a unique and distinctive name of Scottish origin. It is derived from the Scottish surname Harrison, which itself has English origins. The name Harrison comes from the Middle English word 'hare' meaning 'grey-haired', combined with the Anglo-Norman French word '-son' meaning 'son'. Therefore, Harrisson literally translates to 'son of the grey-haired one'. The name Harrisson is not particularly common, but it has been used throughout history. In literature, there was a character named Harisson in Sir Thomas Malory's 15th-century work "Le Morte d'Arthur". In more recent times, the name Harrisson has been popularized by celebrities such as musician Tom Harrison and actor Andy Harr

In numbers

Popularity of the name Harrisson since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
2000
5 births
in 2000
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years