Harvey
battle-worthy (Breton via English)
Harvey is a english / other boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 449, with 15,080 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
battle-worthy (Breton via English)
Harvey derives from the Breton name Haerviu, popularized in England after the Norman Conquest. In the Philippines, the name entered popular usage during the American period and remains a steady choice among modern English male given names.
Harvey is of Breton and Old French origin (from the elements 'haer' meaning battle or carnage and 'viu' meaning worthy), introduced to England via the Norman Conquest as Hervé. In the Philippines, it was adopted through American influence and the broader exposure to English-language names and media.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently used as a standalone given name for boys across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Common nicknames include Harve, Harv, or Harvs.
Related forms
- Hervé French
- Haerviu Breton
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Harvey with common surname pairs
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How do I use Harvey with two Filipino surnames?
Harvey is the given name. The full name is Harvey + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Harvey a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Harvey is number 449, with 15,080 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.