Hero
Hero is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Hero, defender, or demigod.
Origin and history
Hero derives from the Ancient Greek word for a demigod, defender, or protector. While historically a female name in classical mythology and literature, it has gained modern recognition in the United States as a bold vocabulary name for boys. Its recent usage reflects a broader trend toward heroic and literary word names.
Popularity in the United States
806 babies in the United States have been named Hero since 1880. It ranks #3870 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1537.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.3 %)
- TX (21.5 %)
- GA (12.4 %)
- FL (4.1 %)
- OH (2.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 63 |
| 2010-2019 | 352 |
| 2020-2029 | 391 |
Famous people named Hero
- Hero Fiennes Tiffin: Actor, Model
Fun facts
- In ancient Greek tradition, the term originally referred to a noble protector or demigod.
- Hero is a central character in William Shakespeare's romantic comedy Much Ado About Nothing.