Herve Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationER-vay / ɛʁ.veFrench; Breton
Meaning
French: 'army ruler'; Breton: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Herve is a name of French origin, commonly used in France and among French-speaking populations. It has roots in the Breton language, reflecting the cultural heritage of Brittany. The name has been borne by various saints, contributing to its popularity in Christian contexts. It is often associated with qualities of bravery and leadership.
Trend Summary
The name Herve has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hervé
International Variants
- Hervé (French)
- Herve (English)
Famous people named Herve
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Herve was first seen in the United States in 1911. Herve has ranked as high as #859 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Herve has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Herve (1987)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 23 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 25 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |