The name Herschel is of German origin and means "deer stalk." It is derived from the German word "Hirsch," which means deer. The name Herschel is often associated with astronomy, as Sir William Herschel, a German-born British astronomer, was the first to discover the planet Uranus in 1781. He also made significant contributions to the field of astronomy and is considered one of the most important astronomers of all time.
The name Herschel experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a total of 10,619 births recorded between 1880 and 2023. The highest point was reached in 1915 with 226 births, while the lowest occurred in 2002 with only 9 births. Overall, the name's popularity has declined significantly since its peak in the early 20th century.