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Heru

Boy Name #7,018 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Heru is a boy name, recorded for 12 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Heru often also consider Helen, Henrietta, Hettie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #7,018
Total SSA Count: 12

Alternative Spellings

Hershy #2147 Hernan #2182 Hero #2338 Herbert #2474 Heriberto #2532 Herman #2654 Hershel #2764 Hersh #2880

Similar Names

Helen Henrietta Hettie Helena Hester Helene Henry Hedwig

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Frequently Asked Questions About Heru

Is Heru a boy or girl name?

Heru is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Heru?

Heru is currently ranked #7018 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Heru a common or rare name?

Heru is an uncommon name, ranked #7018 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Heru

Heru is a boy name .

Heru is currently ranked #7,018 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Heru include Hershy, Hernan, Hero, Herbert, Heriberto . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.