Hersey Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHER-see / /ˈhɜːr.si/English; Irish
Meaning
English: 'from the hedged enclosure'; Irish: 'sea' or 'ocean'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hersey has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from a surname that referred to someone living near a hedged enclosure. In Irish contexts, it is associated with the word for sea, reflecting the geographical significance of water in Irish heritage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hersey was first seen in the United States in 1912. Hersey has ranked as high as #902 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Hersey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hersey (1924)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |