Herald
Pronunciation: [ h-EHR-uhld ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Herald first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 204 babies have been named Herald in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Herald is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,948 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,948
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Herald
Herald is a boy name .
Herald is currently ranked #19,948 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Herald include Her, Hera, Heray, Heraie, Hey, Heie, and Herkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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