Harhaiah appears only in Nehemiah 3:8 as the father of Uzziel, a goldsmith who helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall. The name's etymology remains uncertain, though it may contain divine name elements or relate to Hebrew roots for 'fear' or 'conceive.' The context identifies him through his son's occupation and civic contribution during the post-exilic restoration. Personal names in Nehemiah's builder lists often preserve otherwise lost family lines from the return community.