Herve Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Herve is a French name derived from the Old Breton name 'Hervey', meaning 'battle worthy'. It has evolved through historical forms, primarily in Brittany, and is linked to the life of Saint Herve. The name is not biblical but is associated with cultural significance. Modern perceptions of Herve are tied to its traditional roots, and it is relatively unique today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Herve"
Pronunciation
/ɛʁ.v/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Herve is derived from the Breton name 'Hervey', which is believed to come from the Old Breton elements 'heiro' meaning 'battle' and 'vi' meaning 'worthy'.
Meaning
Battle worthy
Language Evolution
Old Breton: Herve, Middle French: Herve, Modern French: Herve
Historical Usage
Herve gained popularity in Brittany, France, and has been used since the medieval period, often associated with the life of Saint Herve, a 6th-century hermit.
Variants & Derivatives
Hervey, Hervé, Herv
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Herve is considered a traditional French name, often seen as unique and connected to cultural heritage, though not extremely common.
Famous People
Hervé Villard, a French singer, Hervé Renard, a French football coach
📊 Herve Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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✨ Herve Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1921
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Massachusetts
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Herve"
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 "Herve"
"Herve" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2094th of 7545 | 238 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2632nd of 6773 | 154 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5438th of 7552 | 24 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5458th of 10718 | 54 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7318th of 16616 | 71 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16846th of 23106 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Herve" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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43.00% 593rd/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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57.52% 895th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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67.73% 3031st/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Herve" 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 "Herve"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Herve" 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 "Herve" in the United States
The name Herve is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Herve has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Herve' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2094th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2632nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5438th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5458th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7318th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16846th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Herve' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.