Harvey Meredith

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Harvey Meredith — Scottish
108K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Harvey Meredith is a name that combines Scottish origins. The first name Harvey is a masculine given name of Scottish origin. Harvey is an English and Scottish family and given name derived from the Old Breton personal name Huiarnviu (or Aeruiu), derived from the elements hoiarn, huiarn (modern Breton houarn) meaning "iron" and viu (Breton bev) meaning "blazing". An alternative elemental derivation has been theorized in which origination is from haer + vy meaning "battle/carnage worthy". It is related to Old Welsh Haarnbiu. The surname Meredith: Adam Meredith (1913–1976), British bridge player Amaza Lee Meredith (1895–1984), American architect, educator and artist Andrew Meredith (born 1972), field hockey coach Anna Meredith (born 1978), British musician and composer Bevan Meredith (1927–2019), Anglican Archbishop of Papua New Guinea Billy Meredith (1874–1958), Welsh footballer Bryn Meredith, Welsh rugby union player Burgess Meredith, American actor Carew Arthur Meredith, Anglo-Irish mathematician and logician Carole Meredith, American grape geneticist Cla Meredith, Major League Baseball pitcher for the San Diego Padres Courtney Mered. Harvey is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 108K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Harvey reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Harvey

Scottish

Harvey is an English and Scottish family and given name derived from the Old Breton personal name Huiarnviu (or Aeruiu), derived from the elements hoiarn, huiarn (modern Breton houarn) meaning "iron" and viu (Breton bev) meaning "blazing". An alternative elemental derivation has been theorized in which origination is from haer + vy meaning "battle/carnage worthy". It is related to Old Welsh Haarnbiu.

Surname: Meredith

Irish

Adam Meredith (1913–1976), British bridge player Amaza Lee Meredith (1895–1984), American architect, educator and artist Andrew Meredith (born 1972), field hockey coach Anna Meredith (born 1978), British musician and composer Bevan Meredith (1927–2019), Anglican Archbishop of Papua New Guinea Billy Meredith (1874–1958), Welsh footballer Bryn Meredith, Welsh rugby union player Burgess Meredith, American actor Carew Arthur Meredith, Anglo-Irish mathematician and logician Carole Meredith, American grape geneticist Cla Meredith, Major League Baseball pitcher for the San Diego Padres Courtney Mered.

Advertisement

Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

Notable People Named Harvey Meredith

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 Harvey Meredith:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

1
Personality Number

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

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 Harvey?
The first name Harvey originates from Scottish. Harvey is an English and Scottish family and given name derived from the Old Breton personal name Huiarnviu (or Aeruiu), derived from the elements hoiarn, huiarn (modern Breton houarn) meaning "iron" and viu (Breton bev) meaning "blazing". An alternative elemental derivation has been theorized in which origination is from haer + vy meaning "battle/carnage worthy". It is related to Old Welsh Haarnbiu.
When was Harvey most popular?
The name Harvey reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Meredith?
The surname Meredith originates from Irish. Adam Meredith (1913–1976), British bridge player Amaza Lee Meredith (1895–1984), American architect, educator and artist Andrew Meredith (born 1972), field hockey coach Anna Meredith (born 1978), British musician and composer Bevan Meredith (1927–2019), Anglican Archbishop of Papua New Guinea Billy Meredith (1874–1958), Welsh footballer Bryn Meredith, Welsh rugby union player Burgess Meredith, American actor Carew Arthur Meredith, Anglo-Irish mathematician and logician Carole Meredith, American grape geneticist Cla Meredith, Major League Baseball pitcher for the San Diego Padres Courtney Mered.
What are the origins of the name Harvey Meredith?
The name Harvey Meredith combines two different traditions: the first name Harvey has Scottish roots, while the surname Meredith originates from Irish.
Advertisement