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Hershell

"Deer, symbolizing grace, gentleness, and swift movement"

About the Name Hershell

Meaning

Deer, symbolizing grace, gentleness, and swift movement

Gender

Boy

First Letter

H

Hershell is a boy name of Yiddish/Hebrew origin. The name means "Deer, symbolizing grace, gentleness, and swift movement" and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with H or explore other Yiddish/Hebrew names.

Popularity Over Time

#265
1950
#142
1960
#94
1970
#48
1980
#5
1990
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2000
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2010
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2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Hershell

  • HW Herschel Walker (football player and athlete)

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Herschel

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Harris

Boy

Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
8
Starts with
H
Origin
Yiddish/Hebrew

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