Hershall
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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
Hershall first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 17 babies have been named Hershall in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hershall is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,109 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,109
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Scottish origin
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Old High German origin
"army man, warrior"
#37,938 in US
Old Norse fagr origin
"light-haired, pale-complexioned"
#38,155 in US
Middle English origin
"a thick bush or clump of ivy"
#38,200 in US
Old Norse origin
"bear"
#38,087 in US
Latin origin
"Arc; bow; arch - from Latin arcus mea..."
#37,916 in US
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About the Name Hershall
Hershall is a boy name .
Hershall is currently ranked #38,109 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hershall include Her, Hey, Herie, and Hersie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Hershall 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