Hurshel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hurshel is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'deer' or 'young deer.' It evolved from the name Herschel and has historical ties to Jewish communities. The name reflects traits of gracefulness and agility. It does not have specific biblical relevance. Hurshel gained popularity in the 20th century and is perceived as traditional and culturally significant today.
The name Hurshel is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Hurshel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Hurshel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1453rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1763rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3327th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8639th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Hurshel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hurshel"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɜːrʃəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Hurshel is derived from the Hebrew name 'Herschel,' which means 'deer' or 'young deer.' The name is often associated with a sense of gracefulness and agility.
Meaning
deer
Language Evolution
Herschel, Hurshel
Historical Usage
Hurshel gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century, particularly among Jewish communities in the United States, often used as a given name in honor of family heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Herschel, Hershel
Modern Popularity & Image
Hurshel is relatively uncommon today, but it carries a nostalgic and traditional image, often associated with cultural heritage.
Famous People
Hurshel Walker, an American football player and politician.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hurshel"
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 "Hurshel"
"Hurshel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1453rd of 7545 | 403 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1763rd of 6773 | 306 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3327th of 7552 | 114 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8639th of 10718 | 13 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Hurshel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
79.45% 1125th/1416 |
- |
48.77% 1154th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
73.40% 1727th/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hurshel" 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 "Hurshel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hurshel" 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.