Hebe: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ehb-eh
Origin: Greece
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Youth

Hebe is a Greek name meaning "youth." It originates from Greek mythology, where Hebe is the goddess of youth and the cupbearer of the gods. She is the daughter of Zeus and Hera and is often depicted as a young virgin, holding a cup and wearing a flower crown. The name Hebe has been used in various contexts, including as a baby name and in scientific nomenclature for a genus of flowering plants. Despite its rich history, the name Hebe has seen a decline in popularity over time, but it remains significant for its association with eternal youth and its cultural significance in Greek mythology.

Hebe Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Hebe is currently #18821 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Hebe is currently #10763 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Hebe is currently #9162 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Hebe is currently #5176 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Hebe is currently #9560 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Hebe is currently #5440 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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