How popular is the name Hervey in 2025?

Hervey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Hervey most popular?

Hervey peaked in 1894, reaching #594 among US boy names.

Hervey will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Hervey entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #594 in 1894, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#594

peak (1894)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Hervey are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Hervey alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Hervey in 2025?: Hervey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Hervey most popular?: Hervey peaked in 1894, reaching #594 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Hervey with classmates?: Hervey will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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