All about the name HERSHY

Meaning, origin, history.

Hershy is a diminutive form of Herschel, derived from Hebrew origins meaning 'deer'. This unique name has been primarily used among Jewish communities and has gained some recognition in other cultures as well.

See also

Judaism
Jewish

Popularity of the name HERSHY since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The name Hershy experienced a steady increase in popularity from the late 1990s onwards, with a significant spike starting around the year 2008. Prior to this, the number of annual births remained relatively low and fluctuating, ranging from 5 to 23. However, between 2008 and 2023, the number of yearly births more than doubled, reaching an all-time high of 74 in 2022. Overall, there have been a total of 989 births with the name Hershy since 1978.