Herold

Herold is a masculine name of Germanic origin, functioning as a variant spelling of Harold. Derived from the Old English elements "here" meaning "army" and "weald" meaning "power" or "ruler," the name literally translates to "army ruler" or "military leader." While Harold has maintained steady popularity throughout English-speaking countries, the Herold spelling variant is considerably less common. This spelling is more prevalent in Germanic countries and regions with strong German heritage. The name carries associations of strength, leadership, and historical significance, as it was borne by several medieval kings, including Harold II, the last Anglo-Saxon king of England before the Norman Conquest.

Pronounced HER-uld.

As of October 2026, Herold ranked #10521 in US births in 1999 SSA, peaked at #1157 in 1894.