Heru Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Egyptian
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Derived from the ancient Egyptian deity Horus, Heru means power, protection, and victory.
Meaning of the Name Heru
Heru is a name of Egyptian origin. It is derived from the ancient Egyptian deity Horus, who was often depicted as a falcon-headed god associated with the sun, sky, and kingship. Heru represents power, protection, and divine authority. The name also signifies strength, courage, and victory.
Popularity of the Name Heru
The popularity for the name Heru peaked in popularity in the year 2017 with 27 births, which ranked number 8,804 out of 30,076 unique names for that year. Heru had the most male births in 2017 with 27, which ranked number 3,888 out of 14,245 male names. The number of births for the name Heru has increased sharply over the last ten years from 8 births to 17 births, an increase of 112.50%. Among males, Heru has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 8 births to 17 births, an increase of 112.50%.
Nationwide Popularity of Heru
- 10 Year Trend of Heru: 112.50%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Heru: 112.50%
Popularity of Heru by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Heru. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Heru in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Heru is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Heru
- Total Births of Heru: 18 (7.83%)
- Male Births of Heru: 18 (7.83%)
Given the upward trend of Heru over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 7.83% increase in total births, for a total of 18 births in 2024. Male births for Heru have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 18 male births in 2024, an increase of 7.83%.