HERCULES
The meaning of the boy name Hercules is MYTH NAME (SON OF ZEUS) .
Details on HERCULES:
- Gender:
- Boy
- Meaning(s):
- Myth name (son of zeus)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 14,682nd in the USA (bottom 0%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
13 births
HERCULES as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of HERCULES:
The name Hercules is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Hercules is: In Hera's service. The mythological Greek Hercules was a son of Zeus and an extraordinarily strong man.
The name Hercules is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Hercules is: Glory of Hera.Glorious Gift.Derived from the Greek name Heracles.In Greek mythology, Hercules (or Heracles) was the son of Zeus, who performed the Twelve Labours after killing his wife and children in a fit of madness.
USA birth(s) for HERCULES by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name HERCULES
HERCULES as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 13 births |
| 2023 | 30 births |
| 2022 | 22 births |
| 2021 | 21 births |
| 2020 | 12 births |
| 2019 | 10 births |
| 2018 | 25 births |
| 2017 | 12 births |
| 2016 | 19 births |
| 2015 | 17 births |
| 2014 | 15 births |
| 2013 | 6 births |
| 2012 | 6 births |
| 2011 | 5 births |
| 2010 | 5 births |
| 2006 | 7 births |
| 2003 | 6 births |
| 2000 | 7 births |
| 1999 | 6 births |
| 1998 | 6 births |
| 1997 | 10 births |
| 1996 | 6 births |
| 1995 | 8 births |
| 1994 | 6 births |
| 1993 | 5 births |
| 1992 | 7 births |
| 1990 | 5 births |
| 1989 | 10 births |
| 1988 | 5 births |
| 1987 | 9 births |
| 1984 | 7 births |
| 1983 | 9 births |
About the name HERCULES
Hercules, a name steeped in myth and valor, traces its origins to the ancient Greek name "Herakles," meaning "glory of Hera." This powerful name evokes the spirit of the legendary hero, renowned for his incredible strength and heroic feats, including the Twelve Labors that symbolize perseverance and courage. In Roman mythology, Hercules embodies the ideal of bravery and determination, making him a timeless symbol of heroism across cultures. The name resonates with warmth and strength, appealing to parents who wish to instill a sense of resilience in their child. Popular in countries like Greece, Italy, and Spain, where the echoes of ancient tales still inspire, Hercules also finds a place in modern naming trends across the United States and many English-speaking nations. With its rich historical roots and enduring associations with greatness, Hercules is a name that invites dreams of adventure and the pursuit of noble deeds, perfect for a little one destined to leave their mark on the world.
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