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Harvey

“battle worthy”

About the name Harvey

Harvey is of French origin, derived from the Breton name ‘Haerviu’, which means ‘battle worthy’. The name has been used since the Middle Ages and has been borne by several notable figures, including Harvey Milk, a prominent civil rights activist.

Meaning
battle worthy
Origin
French
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
HAR-vee(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Harvie
  • Harv

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Middle names for Harvey

  • Harvey James
  • Harvey Alexander
  • Harvey Michael
  • Harvey Thomas
  • Harvey Eli

Questions about Harvey

What does Harvey mean?
Harvey is a French name meaning "battle worthy".
How do you pronounce Harvey?
Harvey is pronounced HAR-vee, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Harvey?
Variants of Harvey include Harvie, Harv.

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