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Chaz vs Hershel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hershel

Boy #2,764 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deer, little deer"

Origin: Yiddish (from German Hirsch)

Cultural Roots

Jewish Ashkenazi Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,764
Total SSA Count
47
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Chaz Rank #2,801
Hershel Rank #2,764

Hershel is more popular, ranked #2764 vs #2801 for Chaz.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chaz or Hershel more popular?

Hershel is more popular, ranked #2764 compared to Chaz at #2801 in the United States.

What do Chaz and Hershel mean?

Chaz means "free man" (Germanic origin). Hershel means "deer, little deer" (Yiddish (from German Hirsch) origin).

Are Chaz and Hershel boy or girl names?

Chaz is primarily a boy name. Hershel is primarily a boy name.

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