Heru Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHEH-roo / /ˈhɛruː/Egyptian; Maori
Meaning
Horus (Egyptian); God of the sky (Maori)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Egyptian mythology, Heru is associated with Horus, the sky god, representing kingship and protection. In Maori culture, the name signifies a connection to the divine and the natural world, embodying the essence of the sky.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Horus
- Heru-aru
International Variants
- Horus (Egyptian)
- Hera (Greek)
Famous people named Heru
Heru — Egyptian deity.
Heru — Maori god.
Fictional characters named Heru
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Heru was first seen in the United States in 1998. Heru has ranked as high as #1359 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Heru has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Heru (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 12 |