Lord Shiva; Lord of monkeys
In Sanskrit, Harish is a compound name derived from 'Hari' (a name for Vishnu or meaning tawny/yellow) and 'Isha' (meaning lord). It is most commonly interpreted as 'Lord Shiva' or 'Lord of the monkeys,' referring to the king of the Vanaras in Hindu mythology.
Less common today
Harish isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,232 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Indian actor known for 'The Eternals' and 'Run Fatboy Run'
Prominent Indian equal rights activist and speaker
Renowned Himalayan mountaineer and author
