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Ike vs Hersh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ike

Boy #2,970 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Isaac"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,970
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ike Rank #2,970
Hersh Rank #2,880

Hersh is more popular, ranked #2880 vs #2970 for Ike.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ike or Hersh more popular?

Hersh is more popular, ranked #2880 compared to Ike at #2970 in the United States.

What do Ike and Hersh mean?

Ike means "short form of Isaac" (Hebrew origin). Hersh means "deer, stag" (Yiddish/Germanic origin).

Are Ike and Hersh boy or girl names?

Ike is primarily a boy name. Hersh is primarily a boy name.

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