Heshy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHESH-ee / /ˈhɛʃi/Hebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God is gracious'; Yiddish: diminutive of Heshy
Historical & Cultural Background
Heshy is often used in Jewish communities, particularly among those with Yiddish heritage. It is a diminutive form of the Hebrew name Heschel, which is derived from the Hebrew word for grace. The name reflects cultural values of faith and gratitude. It is commonly found in Ashkenazi Jewish families.
Trend Summary
The name Heshy has seen limited popularity in the United States, primarily within specific cultural communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Heshey
- Heshel
International Variants
- Heschel (Hebrew)
- Heshi (Yiddish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Heshy was first seen in the United States in 2004. Heshy has ranked as high as #1384 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Heshy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Heshy (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 5 |