Meaning: Harp player or maker
The story
An English occupational surname for someone who played or made harps. Author Harper Lee supplies a well-established literary connection alongside the musical meaning.
Nicknames
- Harp
Famous namesakes
- Harper LeeAuthor
Popularity
Top 100
One of the 100 most popular names in the US.
Similar position in the latest US rankings
Style
- Modern
- Surname-style
- Literary
Origins
Harper comes from English.
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