Ercole
About Ercole
Ercole is the Italian form of Hercules, the legendary hero from Greco-Roman mythology known for his extraordinary strength and courage. The name derives from the Greek 'Herakles,' which means 'glory of Hera' – ironically referring to the goddess who persecuted him in mythology. Ercole has been used in Italy since the Renaissance period when classical names experienced a revival. While not extremely common, it has maintained steady usage in Italian-speaking regions. The name carries connotations of exceptional strength, endurance, and heroic qualities. Ercole has a distinctive, powerful sound with its strong 'er' beginning and flowing Italian ending, making it both classical and memorable.
Pronounced ER-koh-lay.
As of October 2026, Ercole ranked #3609 in US births in 1940 SSA, peaked at #2741 in 1914.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Ercole on lists
Famous Ercoles
- Ercole Spada
Italian auto designer
- Ercole Gennari
Italian Renaissance painter
- Ercole Antonio Mattioli
Italian politician who may have been the Man in the Iron Mask
- Ercole Luigi Morselli
Italian playwright
- Ercole Pietro Manfredi
Italian architect
- Ercole de' Roberti
Italian Renaissance painter