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On July 29, get ready to celebrate National Harold Day - a day dedicated to all the Harolds out there! This fun and quirky holiday was created in honor of the name Harold, which has been around since the Anglo-Saxon era and means "leader of an army". But don't worry if you're not named Harold, this day is also about celebrating the unique qualities and quirks of each individual. So whether you know someone named Harold or just want to embrace your own unique name, this is the perfect day to do it!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>11th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Harold: The King</div><div class='timeline-text'>Harold II becomes the last Anglo-Saxon king of England in 1066, lending historical significance to the name Harold.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1900s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Harold Peak</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the early 20th century, Harold enjoys enormous popularity and consistently ranks within the top 50 U.S. baby names.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1966</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Harold and Maude</div><div class='timeline-text'>The publication of the novel "Harold and Maude" in 1966, which was later adapted into a cult classic film, brings modern attention to the name.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Harold Washington Library</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Harold Washington Library, named after Chicago's first African American mayor, opens in Chicago as one of the largest public libraries in the world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Harold's Resurgence</div><div class='timeline-text'>The name Harold experiences a resurgence in popularity in the early 21st century, due to its vintage appeal and notable figures like British actor Harold Perrineau.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Unknown</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Harold Day Origin</div><div class='timeline-text'>The exact origin and first celebration of National Harold Day remains unclear, but it is an annual celebration dedicated to those named Harold and the uniqueness of individual names.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Harold-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family named Harold to a party celebrating their namesake day! Decorate with "Harold" banners and serve dishes with names related to the name Harold, such as "Harold's Heavenly Hamburgers" or "Harold's Happy Hotdogs."</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Harold-inspired playlist</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather songs with the name Harold in the title or lyrics and create a playlist to listen to throughout the day. You can also ask friends and family named Harold to contribute their favorite songs for a personalized playlist.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share fun facts about famous Harolds</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Learn about famous people with the name Harold, such as Harold Ramis, Harold Lloyd, or Harold Pinter, and share interesting facts about them with others. You can even play a trivia game about Harolds!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Harold-inspired craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make a craft related to the name Harold, such as a personalized keychain or bookmark with the name embroidered on it. This can also be a fun activity to do with friends or family named Harold.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a Harold-themed scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a list of items related to the name Harold, such as a book by an author named Harold or a movie starring an actor named Harold, and have participants race to find them. The winner can receive a prize in honor of National Harold Day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a day to celebrate a unique name</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The name "Harold" may not be as common as John or Sarah, but that's what makes it special! National Harold Day is a chance to honor and appreciate the uniqueness of this name and the individuals who bear it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a day for people to share their stories and experiences</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>People with the name Harold often have interesting stories or experiences associated with their name. National Harold Day is a great opportunity for them to share these stories with others and connect with people who may also have the same name.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a reminder to appreciate diversity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Harold Day serves as a reminder to appreciate and celebrate diversity in names and identities. It's a day to embrace different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences - all while honoring those with the name Harold.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The name Harold is of Viking Origin</h3><p class='facts-content'>Harold is derived from two Old Norse words, 'heri', which means 'army', and 'valdr', which means 'ruler'. It is thus often interpreted as 'powerful warrior' or 'leader of an army'.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Santa's Eighth Reindeer is Named Harold</h3><p class='facts-content'>In Spain, instead of Rudolph leading Santa's sleigh, it's Harold. The name of the revered Reindeer was lost in translation from English to Spanish and Harold became the leading reindeer in Spanish-speaking cultures.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Harold is a Popular Name in Literature</h3><p class='facts-content'>There are several famous fictional characters named Harold, including Harold Chasen from 'Harold and Maude', and Harold "Harry" Potter, the beloved wizard from J.K. Rowling's series.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A Saint by the Name of Harold</h3><p class='facts-content'>Saint Harold was a Danish king who was martyred and later canonized. His feast day is celebrated on November 1.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Harold is a Popular Moniker for U.S. Mascots</h3><p class='facts-content'>Several U.S. high schools and universities have chosen Harold as the name for their mascots, including Harvard University whose band's mascot is an anthropomorphic bass drum named Harold.</p></div></div>
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