Hershy
boy name#1976 in 2025Hershy entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #1976 in 2025, ranks #1976 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1978–2025
#1976
rank today
#1976
peak (2025)
77
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5059 |
| 1980s | #6023 |
| 1990s | #5998 |
| 2000s | #4049 |
| 2010s | #2879 |
| 2020s | #2296 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hershy has been most popular in NY, NJ.
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Hershy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hershy is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hershy in 2025?
- Hershy ranks #1976 among US boy names in 2025, with 77 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hershy most popular?
- Hershy peaked in 2025, reaching #1976 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hershy with classmates?
- Hershy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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