Herod
boy nameHerod entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #3505 in 1924, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#3505
peak (1924)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4115 |
| 1960s | #4136 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Herod are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Herod alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Herod in 2025?
- Herod is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Herod most popular?
- Herod peaked in 1924, reaching #3505 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Herod with classmates?
- Herod will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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