Hercules
- Pronunciation
- [Her-cu-les]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Myth Name (Son Of Zeus)
- Origin
- Greek
Hercules Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,300 baby boys have been named Hercules. The name peaked in 2023 with 30 US births that year (rank #3743). In 2024, ranked #6582 nationally — 2,839 places below its 2023 peak.
Top States for Hercules
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Hercules births are: South Carolina (240), California (13), New York (10).
Other Greek-Origin Names Like Hercules
If you like Hercules's Greek origin, consider these related names: Abdera, Abderus, Absyrtus, Abydos, Acantha. Browse all Greek names →
8-Letter Names Starting with H
Names with Hercules's exact length and starting letter: Hadassah, Hadiyyah, Hadleigh, Hagaleah, Hagalean.
Quick Facts About Hercules
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ercole | Gift From God | Male | Greek |
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Compare Hercules to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Hercules against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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