Harle

Harle is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English personal name "Her(e)l" which means "rock" or "army". The surname Harle is thought to have originated in the northern regions of England.

The first recorded instance of the surname Harle dates back to the 12th century, in the county of Yorkshire, where the Harle family were known for their involvement in local trades and agriculture. Over the centuries, branches of the Harle family spread to other parts of England, such as Lancashire and Norfolk.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Harle have varied professions, including academics, artists, and athletes. The Harle family crest features a shield with symbols representing strength, loyalty, and endurance.

Today, the surname Harle is relatively rare, but it continues to be passed down through generations in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, connecting modern-day individuals to their Anglo-Saxon roots.

There are approximately 1,216 people named Harle in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,371st most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Harle.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Thomas

Female

  • Carol
  • Christine
  • Jacqueline
  • Jane
  • Julie
  • Katherine
  • Margaret
  • Monica
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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