The name Hershel is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning "deer". Hershel and is often added to lists like Names with Animal Meanings and discussed in our forums with posts like "How to spell a name".
From the experts:
Gentle meaning and bona fide Hebrew history, but feels old-mannish, like Herman and Menashe.
Comments
FractalShadow Says:
letmein Says:
The meaning may be lackluster but, I really like the name.
autumnreverie Says:
I developed a love for it after seeing it on The Walking Dead.
cyoung325 Says:
I'm kind of shocked that people think it sounds old because I've never heard the name before The Walking Dead. I like that it sounds masculine yet soft, similar to popular Noah yet it isn't common at all. I also love that the nickname Hershey is a possibility!
Zelliew Says:
Sounds too old
writtenmania Says:
i love this name hershel omg
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This name does feel "old," but it also feels charmingly masculine, classy, and sweet. Hershey is a cute nickname too.