How popular is the name Herb in 2025?

Herb is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Herb most popular?

Herb peaked in 1884, reaching #764 among US boy names.

Herb will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Herb entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #764 in 1884, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#764

peak (1884)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,000 people named Herb are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Herb alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Herb in 2025?: Herb is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Herb most popular?: Herb peaked in 1884, reaching #764 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Herb with classmates?: Herb will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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