English · Girl name
Harriet
“ruler of the home”
About the name Harriet
Harriet is an English name derived from the French name Henriette, which means ‘ruler of the home’. It has been used since the Middle Ages and has notable historical associations, including Harriet Tubman, an American abolitionist and political activist. The name has seen various cultural representations, making it a classic choice for girls.
- Meaning
- ruler of the home
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- HAIR-ee-it(3 syl.)
Middle names for Harriet
- Harriet Rose
- Harriet Jane
- Harriet Louise
- Harriet May
- Harriet Anne
Questions about Harriet
- What does Harriet mean?
- Harriet is an English name meaning "ruler of the home".
- How do you pronounce Harriet?
- Harriet is pronounced HAIR-ee-it, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Harriet?
- Variants of Harriet include Harriett.
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