Indian name meaning
Haris
♂ BoyHa·ris · 2 syllables
A guardian; a protector
- Origin
- Arabic
- Most used by
- Muslim families
- Commonly used in
- Muslim families across India
- Also spelled
- Harith
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Creative, sociable and optimistic — gifted with words, art and lifting the mood.
The letters of Haris add up to 12, which reduces to 3.
About the name Haris
Haris is a boy's name of Arabic origin, most commonly given in Muslim families and popular in Muslim families across India. It carries the meaning “A guardian; a protector.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Haris has the name number 3, “The Expresser.” It is also spelled Harith.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haris mean?
Haris means “A guardian; a protector.” It is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Is Haris a boy or a girl name?
Haris is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Haris?
Haris is of Arabic origin and is most commonly used in Muslim families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Haris?
In the Chaldean system, Haris has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
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