Hershal
boy nameHershal entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1404 in 1918, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1404
peak (1918)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1957 |
| 1920s | #1996 |
| 1930s | #2112 |
| 1940s | #2249 |
| 1950s | #2953 |
| 1960s | #3221 |
| 1970s | #4637 |
| 1980s | #7080 |
| 1990s | #7646 |
| 2000s | #9948 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Hershal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hershal alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hershal in 2025?
- Hershal is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hershal most popular?
- Hershal peaked in 1918, reaching #1404 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hershal with classmates?
- Hershal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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