Liem vs Hershel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Liem Rank #5,715
Hershel Rank #2,764

Hershel is more popular, ranked #2764 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liem or Hershel more popular?

Hershel is more popular, ranked #2764 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Liem and Hershel mean?

Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin). Hershel means "deer, little deer" (Yiddish (from German Hirsch) origin).

Are Liem and Hershel boy or girl names?

Liem is primarily a boy name. Hershel is primarily a boy name.

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