NAME PROFILE
Herschell
Derived from Old English elements meaning 'rye hill,' this name signifies a person who is grounded, industrious, and possesses a natural connection to the earth's cycles. It suggests a personality characterized by quiet strength, reliability, and a wholesome, down-to-earth spirit.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,059 |
| Gender | Male (8% / 92%) |
| Peak year | 1923 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1915 |
| Most recent | 1940 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage✨ Double Letter
Top States
IN — 53%TX — 13%TN — 13%KY — 13%AL — 7%
Notable People
Royden Rabinowitch (Contemporary Canadian Sculptor) · Royden Harrison (Prominent British Labour Historian) · Royden Lam (Professional Darts Player) · Royden Lepp (Graphic Novelist and creator of Rust) · Royden Davis (Competitive Cyclist)
Nicknames & Diminutives
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