Hershell
boy nameHershell entered the US charts in 1899, peaked at #846 in 1903, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1899–2025
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rank today
#846
peak (1903)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1051 |
| 1900s | #1210 |
| 1910s | #1457 |
| 1920s | #1162 |
| 1930s | #1099 |
| 1940s | #1209 |
| 1950s | #1504 |
| 1960s | #2357 |
| 1970s | #3797 |
| 1980s | #5290 |
| 1990s | #8800 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Hershell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hershell alive today was born around 1938, making them about 87 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hershell in 2025?
- Hershell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hershell most popular?
- Hershell peaked in 1903, reaching #846 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hershell with classmates?
- Hershell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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