Hernandez
boy nameHernandez entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #2627 in 1966, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
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rank today
#2627
peak (1966)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3216 |
| 1960s | #2627 |
| 1970s | #4551 |
| 1980s | #5585 |
| 1990s | #8117 |
| 2020s | #12022 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Hernandez are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hernandez alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hernandez in 2025?
- Hernandez is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hernandez most popular?
- Hernandez peaked in 1966, reaching #2627 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hernandez with classmates?
- Hernandez will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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