Harlowe is an uncommon yet distinctive given name, derived from the Old English words 'hæfers' meaning hare and 'līw' signifying wood or grove. This unique moniker thus translates to 'dweller in the hare's wood'. In literature, Harlowe gained notable prominence through Samuel Richardson's novel "Clarissa", published in 1748, where it is carried by one of the main characters. However, its usage as a given name appears to have been quite limited historically and may be considered somewhat uncommon today.
The name Harlowe has seen a steady increase in popularity over the past two decades, with births rising from just five in 2006 to a peak of 83 in 2022. The total number of babies named Harlowe between 2006 and 2023 is 757.