Hercules Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHER-kyool-eez / /ˈhɜːr.kjʊ.lɪs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: Glory of Hera; Latin: Strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Hercules is a hero from Greek mythology, known for his incredible strength and numerous adventures, including the Twelve Labors. He was the son of Zeus and Alcmene, and his stories have been influential in Western literature and art. The name has been adopted in various cultures and remains popular in modern times.
Trend Summary
Hercules has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes in interest due to cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hercule
International Variants
- Hercule (French)
- Ercole (Italian)
- Hércules (Spanish)
Famous people named Hercules
Hercules Mulligan was an American tailor and spy during the American Revolution.
Hercules Poirot is a fictional Belgian detective created by Agatha Christie.
Fictional characters named Hercules
Hercules is the main character in Disney's animated film 'Hercules', where he embarks on a journey to become a true hero.
Hercules is a character in the 'Hercules' series by Marvel Comics, known for his superhuman strength and adventures.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hercules was first seen in the United States in 1908. Hercules has ranked as high as #1346 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in South Carolina, California, New York, Hawaii, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Hercules has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hercules (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 20 |
| 1920 | 24 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 29 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 23 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 26 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 25 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 23 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 20 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 18 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 22 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 21 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 13 |