Hera
Girl nameHera has been given to 942 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 25,512 girls was named Hera.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
942
Peak year
2025 (63 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1970
10-year trend
▲ +57%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Hera — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Hera.
FAQ
How popular is the name Hera?
Hera has been given to 942 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Hera peak?
Hera peaked in 2025, when 63 babies were given the name.
Is Hera a girl or boy name?
Hera is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Hera are girls).
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