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Harlan

Harlan (name) means a surname and male given name, and the name of the county seat of Harlan County, Kentucky. Example: “Harlan County, Kentucky, has a long coal-mining history.”

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A surname and male given name, and the name of the county seat of Harlan County, Kentucky.
"Harlan County, Kentucky, has a long coal-mining history."
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Etymology

An American contraction of Harland, from Old English hara ("hare") + land ("land").

Origin: Old English

Frequently asked questions

What does “Harlan” mean?

The word “Harlan” means a surname and male given name, and the name of the county seat of Harlan County, Kentucky.

How do you use “Harlan” in a sentence?

Here is “Harlan” used in a sentence: “Harlan County, Kentucky, has a long coal-mining history.”

What part of speech is “Harlan”?

“Harlan” is a name.

Where does the word “Harlan” come from?

The word “Harlan” comes from Old English. An American contraction of Harland, from Old English hara ("hare") + land ("land").

Is “Harlan” a common word?

“Harlan” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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