Harper

Formerly a popular surname, the name Harper has recently gained rapid popularity as a name for babies. The meaning of Harper comes from the Old English word hearpere, simply meaning ‘harper’. This name can also be suggested as an anglicized version of the German household name Härpfer, which derives from playing the actual musical instrument, the soulful harp. A medieval baronial hall was undoubtedly incomplete without the magic of the harper’s fingers pulling the harp's delicate strings. The position of a harper was sometimes passed down to the same family, and this occupation was among the most important ones in northern England, Ireland and Scotland in those days. A regular in the top 50 names since 2015, some well know Harpers around the world include Harper Lee, author of the famous novel ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ and the absolutely adorable daughter of the Beckhams, Harper Beckham. This could be the the perfect fit for your baby!

Gender

Girl

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Meaning

harp player

Origin

English

Numerology

H is for hug, give one today!

A is for abundant, your cheer knows no bounds.

R is for realist, the way you are.

P is for peaceful, your quiet times.

E is for exotic, no lack of spirit here!

R is for relish, you seek a challenge.

Lucky

Harper lucky number is 3.

The number 3 has always held powerful symbolism. Think about good things coming in 3s, the birth-life-death cycle, the mind-body-soul connection, the 3 acts of a typical story. Wherever the number 3 shows up in your life, it's generally an omen of creativity, communication, optimism, and curiosity!

Famous People Named Harper

• (Nelle) Harper Lee American novelist
• Harper Renee Henry (b. 2001) daughter of Miss America Heather French Henry and Steve Henry
• Harper Rhimes (adopted 2002) daughter of screenwriter, producer/director Shonda Rhimes
• Harper Kelsay (b. 2006) daughter of NFL player Chris Kelsay
• Harper Spade (b. 2008) daughter of actor David Spade and model Jillian Grace

Harper in Pop Culture

• Harper Pitt character in Tony Kushner's "Angels in America"
• Harper Finkle character on TV's "Wizards of Waverly Place"
• Harper Weil character on TV's "The Whispers"
• Harper Whitley character on New Zealand soap "Shortland Street"
• Harper Connelly main character in a series by Charlaine Harris