Glory of Hera
Derived from the Greek name Herakles, it combines the name of the goddess Hera with 'kleos', meaning glory. In Roman mythology, Hercules was a hero and demigod celebrated for his immense strength and his twelve legendary labors.
Less common today
Hercules isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,721 in 2023.
The legendary demigod hero of Greek and Roman myth · Greek Mythology
Tailor and spy for the Continental Army during the American Revolution
The titular hero of the 1997 animated film · Disney's Hercules
The famous Belgian detective created by Agatha Christie · The Mysterious Affair at Styles
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
