Harry Potter is sorted into Gryffindor in J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series.
The Sorting Hat places Harry in Gryffindor during the first-year sorting ceremony in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Gryffindor is one of Hogwarts’ four houses and is associated with its founder, Godric Gryffindor. Harry joins Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger there, forming the central friendship group of the series.
The Sorting Hat considers Harry’s qualities and preferences rather than treating sorting as a simple test with no personal influence. Harry’s concern about being placed in Slytherin is important to the scene, and his choice helps illuminate the series’ recurring idea that decisions can matter alongside abilities.
Harry’s house is sometimes confused with his enemy Voldemort’s house. Tom Riddle was sorted into Slytherin, as were many members of his later movement. Gryffindor, meanwhile, includes several major characters who oppose Voldemort, including Albus Dumbledore and Minerva McGonagall.