Harrington - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Harrington \

is of Old English origin. Place name, possibly "herring town" or "Harry's town".

Similar baby names are Barrington and Carrington.

Harrington is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#478 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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