Hebron
Primarily a boy's name of Hebrew origin with 70 recorded births. Also given to 5 girls.
Meaning & Origin
A city in the West Bank, Palestine; holy in both Judaism and Islam.
Hebron is a boy's and girl's baby name of Hebrew origin meaning 'fellowship' or 'alliance.' Hebron is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, sacred to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Used as a given name in the American tradition of biblical place names, Hebron carries the weight of ancient history alongside a strong, resonant sound that feels both timeless and distinctive.
EtymologyShow more
Phonetically, Hebron belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their solid, balanced ending — a versatile ending found across many naming traditions. At two syllables, it has a two-beat rhythm that is easy to call across a room and natural in conversation.
Within the Hebrew naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Hebrew names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Hebron’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Hebron has 12+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1914.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 34 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 5 | — |
| 1930s | 5 | ▼ |
| 1920s | 6 | ▼ |
| 1910s | 15 | — |
The Story of Hebron
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2013, Hebron is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Hebron are most likely born between 2003 and 2020.
How rare is Hebron?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Hebron is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1914, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 2010s with 34 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.
Hebron by the numbers
- Would fill 1 school bus
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(12 years, 1914–2020)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | #12757 |
| 2019 | 6 | #11271 |
| 2017 | 6 | #11264 |
| 2016 | 7 | #10042 |
| 2013 | 8 | #9097 |
| 2010 | 7 | #10056 |
| 2009 | 5 | #13165 |
| 1931 | 5 | #4011 |
| 1920 | 6 | #4020 |
| 1918 | 5 | #4442 |
| 1915 | 5 | #4076 |
| 1914 | 5 | #3475 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Hebron as a Girl's Name
While overwhelmingly a boy's name, Hebron has also been given to 5 girls in the U.S. since 2010.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1914–2020