Hartlee is an uncommon, unisex given name of American origin. It is derived from combining the names Harold and Lee, both of which have Germanic roots. The name Harold is composed of Old German elements "hahild" meaning army and "rath" meaning counsel or advice, while Lee is derived from the Celtic word "li" meaning bright or shining. Therefore, Hartlee can be interpreted to mean 'army counsel' or 'bright army'. The name has gained some popularity in recent years but remains relatively rare, making it a unique choice for parents seeking an unusual yet meaningful name for their child.
"The name Hartlee experienced a steady increase in popularity from 2007 to 2014, peaking at 32 births that year. While there was some fluctuation thereafter, the number of births has remained consistently around 20-30 annually up until 2023."