Heron
boy name#5608 in 2025Heron entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2770 in 1950, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#5608
rank today
#2770
peak (1950)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3146 |
| 1920s | #3654 |
| 1930s | #3823 |
| 1940s | #3534 |
| 1950s | #3068 |
| 1960s | #3622 |
| 1970s | #4528 |
| 1980s | #4892 |
| 1990s | #5860 |
| 2000s | #6224 |
| 2010s | #7174 |
| 2020s | #5113 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Heron has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Heron are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Heron alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Heron in 2025?
- Heron ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Heron most popular?
- Heron peaked in 1950, reaching #2770 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Heron with classmates?
- Heron will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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