Herson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Herson originates from Old English, meaning 'son of the stag'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with traits of strength and nature. There is no biblical relevance to the name, and it gained popularity as a first name in the 19th century, stemming from surnames.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Herson"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɜːrsən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Herson is derived from the Old English 'heorot', meaning 'stag' or 'hart', combined with the suffix 'son', indicating 'son of'.
Meaning
son of the stag
Language Evolution
Heorotson, Hearsun, Herson
Historical Usage
Herson gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, particularly in the context of surnames evolving into first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Hersan, Herse, Harrison
Modern Popularity & Image
Herson is currently perceived as a unique and uncommon name, often associated with strength and nature due to its meaning.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 2006
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Herson"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Herson"
"Herson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5794th of 16616 | 112 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4408th of 24088 | 314 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8735th of 23106 | 96 |
Regional Popularity of "Herson" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
49.75% 3143rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
50.21% 3672nd/7313 |
46.27% 3453rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Herson" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Herson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Herson" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Herson" in the United States
The name Herson is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Herson has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Herson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5794th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4408th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8735th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Herson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.