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Lamont 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

Lamont Rank #2,618
Hershel Rank #2,764

Lamont is more popular, ranked #2618 vs #2764 for Hershel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamont or Hershel more popular?

Lamont is more popular, ranked #2618 compared to Hershel at #2764 in the United States.

What do Lamont and Hershel mean?

Lamont means "man of law, lawyer" (Old Norse origin). Hershel means "deer, little deer" (Yiddish (from German Hirsch) origin).

Are Lamont and Hershel boy or girl names?

Lamont is primarily a boy name. Hershel is primarily a boy name.

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