Patronymic name (from a parent's given name)

The Harris Family Name — Meaning & Origin

Harris most likely means 'son of Harry.'

Origin

The surname Harris is generally explained as a patronymic name derived from the given name Harry, which itself is a medieval form of Henry. Henry was a popular name across Europe, originating from the Germanic name Heimirich. The suffix '-is' forms the patronymic, indicating 'son of.'

Values that often pair with this name

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