Heru
Boy nameHeru has been given to 257 babies in the U.S. since 1998. It peaked in 2017. In 2025, about 1 in 170,808 boys was named Heru.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
257
Peak year
2017 (27 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1998
10-year trend
▼ -50%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Heru — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Heru.
Sibling name ideas for Heru
Same era and popularity as Heru, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Heru?
Heru has been given to 257 babies in the U.S. since 1998. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Heru peak?
Heru peaked in 2017, when 27 babies were given the name.
Is Heru a girl or boy name?
Heru is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Heru are boys).
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