Hersel
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Hersel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 11 babies have been named Hersel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hersel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,328 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #23,328
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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"linden tree valley"
#23,423 in US
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"to be strong"
#23,484 in US
Old English origin
"bright ford, river crossing"
#23,417 in US
Chinese origin
"forest, grove of trees"
#23,302 in US
Old French del mont origin
"of the mountain"
#23,335 in US
Old English origin
"carefree, unbound"
#23,369 in US
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About the Name Hersel
Hersel is a boy name .
Hersel is currently ranked #23,328 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hersel include Her, Hers, Hersy, Hersie, Hey, Heie, and Herkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Hersel include Hershy, Hershel, Hersh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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