Harold Cotto

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Harold Cotto — army ruler
557K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Harold Cotto is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Harold is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Harold is an English personal name. The modern name Harold ultimately derives from the Proto-Germanic *harja-waldaz, meaning 'military-power' or 'army-ruler'. The name entered Modern English via the Old English from Hereweald, which retained the same meaning and was prevalent in Anglo-Saxon England. The name's popularity in Viking Age England would also have been bolstered by the use of the Old Norse form Haraldr among Scandinavian settlers in the Danelaw. Chariovalda (d. 16), Batavian chieftain and Roman ally, killed near the River Weser Hagrold (fl. The surname Cotto: Cotto is a surname. People with the surname include: Abner Cotto (born 1987), Puerto Rican professional boxer Antonio Correa Cotto (1926–1952), Puerto Rican outlaw Cisco Cotto (born 1975), American news anchor and pastor Edgar Aroldo Cotto Gonzalez, Guatemalan footballer Henry Cotto (born 1961), American professional baseball player José Juan Cotto (born 1977), Puerto Rican professional boxer José Cotto (born 1977), Puerto Rican professional boxer Miguel Cotto (born 1980), Puerto Rican professional boxer-(the Cotto boxers are brothers) Vir Cotto, a character from the Babylon 5 universe Harold is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 557K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Harold reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Harold

Meaning: army ruler

Germanic

Harold is an English personal name. The modern name Harold ultimately derives from the Proto-Germanic *harja-waldaz, meaning 'military-power' or 'army-ruler'. The name entered Modern English via the Old English from Hereweald, which retained the same meaning and was prevalent in Anglo-Saxon England. The name's popularity in Viking Age England would also have been bolstered by the use of the Old Norse form Haraldr among Scandinavian settlers in the Danelaw. Chariovalda (d. 16), Batavian chieftain and Roman ally, killed near the River Weser Hagrold (fl.

Surname: Cotto

Spanish

Cotto is a surname. People with the surname include: Abner Cotto (born 1987), Puerto Rican professional boxer Antonio Correa Cotto (1926–1952), Puerto Rican outlaw Cisco Cotto (born 1975), American news anchor and pastor Edgar Aroldo Cotto Gonzalez, Guatemalan footballer Henry Cotto (born 1961), American professional baseball player José Juan Cotto (born 1977), Puerto Rican professional boxer José Cotto (born 1977), Puerto Rican professional boxer Miguel Cotto (born 1980), Puerto Rican professional boxer-(the Cotto boxers are brothers) Vir Cotto, a character from the Babylon 5 universe

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Harold is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Harold by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Harold Cotto

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Harold Cotto:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Harold?
The first name Harold originates from Germanic. Harold is an English personal name. The modern name Harold ultimately derives from the Proto-Germanic *harja-waldaz, meaning 'military-power' or 'army-ruler'. The name entered Modern English via the Old English from Hereweald, which retained the same meaning and was prevalent in Anglo-Saxon England. The name's popularity in Viking Age England would also have been bolstered by the use of the Old Norse form Haraldr among Scandinavian settlers in the Danelaw. Chariovalda (d. 16), Batavian chieftain and Roman ally, killed near the River Weser Hagrold (fl.
When was Harold most popular?
The name Harold reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cotto?
The surname Cotto originates from Spanish. Cotto is a surname. People with the surname include: Abner Cotto (born 1987), Puerto Rican professional boxer Antonio Correa Cotto (1926–1952), Puerto Rican outlaw Cisco Cotto (born 1975), American news anchor and pastor Edgar Aroldo Cotto Gonzalez, Guatemalan footballer Henry Cotto (born 1961), American professional baseball player José Juan Cotto (born 1977), Puerto Rican professional boxer José Cotto (born 1977), Puerto Rican professional boxer Miguel Cotto (born 1980), Puerto Rican professional boxer-(the Cotto boxers are brothers) Vir Cotto, a character from the Babylon 5 universe
What are the origins of the name Harold Cotto?
The name Harold Cotto combines two different traditions: the first name Harold has Germanic roots, while the surname Cotto originates from Spanish.
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