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Hirsh

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Hirsh is a boy’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “Hirsh is a Yiddish name meaning 'deer'. It is a common name used by the Jewish community.”, and peaked in popularity in 1994.

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OriginGermanic

What Hirsh Means

Hirsh is a Yiddish name meaning 'deer'. It is a common name used by the Jewish community.

The Story of Hirsh

From the Yiddish tradition comes a name that embodies the gentle strength and watchful spirit of the deer.

Hirsh is a Yiddish name, derived from Germanic roots, that directly translates to 'deer.' It is a name cherished within Jewish communities, carrying a heritage of quiet resilience and watchful kindness, first appearing in records in the mid-1990s.

You envision your son as someone with a kind heart and protective instincts, always attuned to the needs of those around him. This name suggests a gentle soul, alert and ready to offer quiet support and unwavering loyalty.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

GentleKindAlertProtective

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Peak Year

#8 in 1994

Total Births

8

First Recorded

1994

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