Hernandez
her-NAN-dez
Letters
9
Syllables
3
Origin
Spanish
Total Births
114
Peak Year
#11 in 1984
First Recorded
1956
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A Spanish surname, meaning 'son of Hernando', which itself means 'brave traveler' or 'bold journeyer' from Germanic roots.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Javier Hernandez
Sports: Mexican professional soccer player.
Oscar Hernandez
Politics: Famous political figure.
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