Hershell
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Hershell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 554 babies have been named Hershell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hershell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,007 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,007
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Germanic origin
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About the Name Hershell
Hershell is a boy name .
Hershell is currently ranked #28,007 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hershell include Her, Hers, Hersy, Hersie, Hersh, Hershy, Hershie, Ell, Elly, Ellie, Hey, and Heie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Hershell include Hershy, Hershel, Hersh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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