Hershal
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Hershal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 151 babies have been named Hershal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hershal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,108 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,108
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Germanic origin
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Old English/Flemish origin
"from Flanders, Flemish person"
#20,254 in US
Latin origin
"olive tree; symbol of peace and wisdom"
#20,235 in US
French le détroit origin
"the strait, narrow waterway"
#20,151 in US
Spanish Catholic origin
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Germanic origin
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About the Name Hershal
Hershal is a boy name .
Hershal is currently ranked #20,108 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hershal include Her, Hey, Herie, and Hersie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Hershal include Hershy, Hershel, Hersh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis