Hero Meaning

What does Hero mean?

The name Hero is of Greek origin.

The meaning of Hero is "brave defender".

It is also of Latin origin, where its meaning is "mythical daughter of priam ".

Hero is used as both a boys and girls name.

It consists of 4 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced He-ro.

The Given Name Hero

The cool name Hero, has a wonderfully delightful quality.

Stylish yet valiant, the name is a great blend of character and flair.

Although unique, your little enchanting Hero, is sure to make it a memorable one.

Hero falls into the name categories cool, Greek myth.

Some famous bearers of this name include: Hero Fiennes Tiffin.

Hero Popularity

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 9,333 in baby name popularity for girls with 11 occurrences. It ranked 2,672 in baby name popularity for boys with 46 occurrences.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 14,745 in baby name popularity for girls with 6 occurrences. It ranked 2,426 in baby name popularity for boys with 53 occurrences.

The trend's your friend. See how Hero has changed in popularity since 1880 by visiting the Hero Name Popularity Page.

Hero Related Names

The names Leander, Leandros are all forms of Hero.

Famous Heros

Hero ~ Greek Myth - A priestess of Aphrodite., Much Ado About Nothing character
Hero Fiennes Tiffin ~ Actor

Hero Numerology

Want to know how your name choice may effect your child?

Then take a look at the Numerological Report For Hero.

It may give you some insight about your new baby.

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Hero Name Fun

Would you like to fingerspell the name Hero in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Hero.

Just for fun, see the name Hero in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Hero in Nautical Flags page.