Hernan
Hernan is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bold voyager, daring journey, or brave traveler.
Origin and history
Hernan is a Spanish male name derived from the Germanic name Ferdinand, meaning 'daring journey' or 'brave voyager'. It has deep historical roots in Hispanic culture due to famous historical figures. In the United States, it remains a steadily used name with moderate popularity in Spanish-speaking communities.
Popularity in the United States
5,230 babies in the United States have been named Hernan since 1880. It ranks #1687 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1485.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.3 %)
- TX (30.4 %)
- NY (8.9 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
- IL (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 10 |
| 1930-1940 | 19 |
| 1940-1950 | 38 |
| 1950-1960 | 84 |
| 1960-1970 | 167 |
| 1970-1980 | 342 |
| 1980-1990 | 485 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,570 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,287 |
| 2010-2019 | 782 |
| 2020-2029 | 446 |
Famous people named Hernan
- Hernán Crespo: Footballer, Manager
- Hernán Díaz: Author, Professor
Fun facts
- Hernan is an archaic Spanish short form of Hernando, which itself derives from the Gothic name Ferdinand.
- The name is widely recognized historically due to Hernán Cortés, the Spanish conquistador who led the expedition to the Aztec Empire.