Hershall
boy nameHershall entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2260 in 1918, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#2260
peak (1918)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2987 |
| 1920s | #3092 |
| 1930s | #3144 |
| 1940s | #3162 |
| 1950s | #3507 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hershall are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hershall alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hershall in 2025?
- Hershall is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hershall most popular?
- Hershall peaked in 1918, reaching #2260 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hershall with classmates?
- Hershall will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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