Hirsh
Pronunciation: [ h-ERSH ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Hirsh first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 8 babies have been named Hirsh in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hirsh is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,986 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #11,986
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Hirsh
Hirsh is a boy name .
Hirsh is currently ranked #11,986 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hirsh include Hir, Hiy, Hiie, and Hirkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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