Hero name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 21st, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: Frisian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Hero he-ro
Meaning: Army and The Brave Defender
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What does Hero mean?

Queer unisex name Hero means "Army or The Brave Defender" used in Frisian has its origin in Old Greek language.

How do I pronounce Hero?

You can pronounce the two syllabled name Hero as he-ro.

Variants of Hero

Heroe

Names that rhyme with Hero

How popular is the name Hero?

Hero is a familiar baby name in United States, it has been in use since 2000 and was able to reach the top 3000 names. In 2015, it ranked 2291st when 57 boy were named Hero.

Over 521 babies in United States have been named Hero. The name is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, even after 21 years of presence it could not make beyond the top 3000.

Over 102 babies in England and Wales have been named Hero.

But Hero is a popular baby name in Egypt where every 1 in 20000 have the name. According to our findings, over 20000 babies have been named Hero globally.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018265846908511
2017247251140256
2016253849614820
2015229157944611
2014546616619220
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Facts

Hero in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands37331055
Sweden63411110
Norway6342535
Denmark6050

What numerology tells about Hero?

You make sure things done on time, so you can spend more time with your family and friends. You have to accept that better days are coming and stop grieving over the good old ones. Focus on your dreams and create the life you always imagined for yourself. You are undoubtedly a born leader. Working on spiritual growth is what makes you happy and fulfilled. You prefer to handle things alone. This reflects your self-confidence and self-reliance.

Go through the following names similar to Hero

  •  Damie - Oldie and Isolated Damie came from Old Greek, meaning of Damie is "Soother" is bestowed upon both boys and girls. Damie is shortened form of Damani.
  •  Katica is originated from Old Greek, Katica means "The Pure" used as a baby girl name is used in Czech, Slavic and Hungarian
  •  Herodotus - Herodotus's meaning is The Words Heros Meaning Hero Fighter or Given to the Hero is used as a boy name has origin in Old Greek
  •  Arcadio - Boy name Arcadio came from Germanic and Old Greek is specifically used in Spanish. Arcadio is Spanish form of Archibald. Also Arcadio is Spanish cognate of Arkadios
  •  Alexandrina - Offbeat Alexandrina came from Old Greek is largely used in Norwegian, Danish and English, a girl name, meaning of Alexandrina is "Protector or Form of Alexander"
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Sibling Names for Hero

Hero is a unique and bold name choice for your baby. If you're looking for names to pair with it or if you just love the sound of sibling names that go well together, here are some options that complement Hero beautifully. These names have their own unique personalities and meanings to make your baby's name even more special.

Sister for Hero

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Famous people named Hero

  • Hero Oomkens von Esens, Frisian nobleman, the Earl of Harlingerland
  • Hero of Alexandria, mathematician and engineer
  • Hero Angeles, Filipino actor
  • Hero Bautista is famous for his acting in movie Umaaraw, umuulan
  • Hero Fiennes Tiffin portrayed the role of Brooks in action and crime flick The Silencing.

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