Harriet: name meaning and origin

Harriet

ruler of the home

Germanic · Girl · 3 syllables

Harriet is a Germanic name meaning "ruler of the home". It has 3 syllables, stressed on Har, and is traditionally a girl's name.

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Questions about Harriet

What does the name Harriet mean?

Harriet is a Germanic name meaning "ruler of the home".

How many syllables are in Harriet?

Harriet has 3 syllables (Har-ri-et), with the stress usually on "Har".

Is Harriet a boy's or girl's name?

Harriet is traditionally a girl's name.