Hera Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHER-uh / /ˈhɛrə/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: goddess of marriage and family; Latin: lady
Historical & Cultural Background
Hera is a prominent figure in Greek mythology, known as the queen of the gods and the wife of Zeus. She is associated with marriage, women, and childbirth. Hera was often depicted as a matronly figure, embodying the ideals of womanhood in ancient Greek culture. Her worship included various festivals and rituals, particularly in Argos and Olympia.
Trend Summary
Hera has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Herra
- Herae
International Variants
- Héra (Icelandic)
- Eira (Welsh)
Famous people named Hera
Hera Hilmar is an Icelandic actress known for her roles in films such as 'Mortal Engines' and 'Anna Karenina'.
Hera Pheri is a popular Indian film series that features a comedic storyline and has gained a cult following.
Fictional characters named Hera
Hera is a character in the 'Percy Jackson' series, where she is portrayed as the goddess of marriage and family.
Hera is featured in the animated series 'Hercules', where she is depicted as the protective mother of Hercules.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hera was first seen in the United States in 1970. Hera has ranked as high as #1299 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Hera has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hera (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 40 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 44 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 59 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2023 | 57 |
| 2024 | 61 |