The distant one or high up
Derived from the Ancient Egyptian 'Heru', the name refers to the sky god Horus, often depicted as a falcon. In Egyptian mythology, he was the son of Isis and Osiris, representing the sky, kingship, and protection. The name implies a sense of great height, vision, and divine authority.
Less common today
Horus isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,686 in 2018.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The Egyptian deity of the sky and kingship · Egyptian Mythology
The primary antagonist and Primarch of the Sons of Horus · Warhammer 40,000
A character based on the deity in various media · Gods of Egypt
