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Hershel vs Exodus

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

Hershel Rank #2,764
Exodus Rank #2,585

Exodus is more popular, ranked #2585 vs #2764 for Hershel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hershel or Exodus more popular?

Exodus is more popular, ranked #2585 compared to Hershel at #2764 in the United States.

What do Hershel and Exodus mean?

Hershel means "deer, little deer" (Yiddish (from German Hirsch) origin). Exodus means "departure, going out" (Greek origin).

Are Hershel and Exodus boy or girl names?

Hershel is primarily a boy name. Exodus is primarily a boy name.

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