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

Boy

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Meaning

harp player

Origin

English

Numerology

H is for honor, your most valuable possession.

A is for agreeable, the best side of you!

R is for radiant, it’s your personality!

P is for please, the way you always do.

E is for enrich, a quality you share.

R is for relax, you know how!

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

• Harper Simon American singer, son of Paul Simon
• Harper Carter American entrepreneur
• Harper Williams American basketball player
• Harper Goff American artist, musician, and actor
• Harper LeBel American football player

Harper in Pop Culture

• Harper main character in "The Drowning Pool"
• Dr. Harper Avery character on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy" and namesake of fictional Harper Avery Award; grandfather of Dr. Jackson Avery
• Harper Sutton character in "Palace of Mirrors" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
• Charlie and Alan Harper characters in "Two and a Half Men"
• Roy Harper aka Speedy Red Arrow and Arsenal, character in DC Comics