Heru: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ehr-oo
Origin: Egypt
gender-male

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Region Origin: North Africa
Meaning: Distant one

Heru is an ancient Egyptian deity associated with kingship, the sky, and protection. The name means “distant one” or “one who is above.” Heru is symbolic of power, vision, and divine rulership, making it a name steeped in mythological grandeur.

Heru Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Heru is currently #13860 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Heru is currently #6038 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Heru is currently #6638 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Heru is currently #2906 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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