Herod, of Hebrew origin and meaning "exalted," is an historic male given name that has been used throughout centuries. It is predominantly associated with figures from the Bible, notably Herod the Great, a king of Judea during the time of Jesus Christ. This name has also been borne by several other historical figures in the Herodian dynasty. The name's popularity peaked during the medieval period but remains uncommon today, adding to its unique and timeless appeal.
"Herod experienced a notable spike in popularity in 1924 with seven births, while other years saw consistent but lower numbers ranging from five to zero."