Hero vs Cassidy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hero

Boy #2,338 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender, protector, warrior"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #2,323 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"curly-haired"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Hero Rank #2,338

Cassidy Rank #2,323

Cassidy is more popular, ranked #2323 vs #2338 for Hero.

Is Hero or Cassidy more popular?

Cassidy is more popular, ranked #2323 compared to Hero at #2338 in the United States.

What do Hero and Cassidy mean?

Hero means "defender, protector, warrior" (Greek origin). Cassidy means "curly-haired" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hero and Cassidy boy or girl names?

Hero is primarily a boy name. Cassidy is primarily a boy name.