Hord

A Hebrew name with cultural significance
Hebrew origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1578US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Hord mean and where does it come from?

Hord is a name found across Hebrew cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Hord carries the heritage of Hebrew tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1578 in 2015 — currently #1578 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Hord?

Hord works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Hord Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Hord Rose
Floral · soft ending
Hord Mae
Sweet · timeless
Hord Claire
French influence · crisp
Hord Jane
Literary · strong
Hord Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Hord right now?

Holding steady — currently #1578 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1578 · Top 1.2%
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💎Hord is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Hord?

Common
Ho

Famous people named Hord

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Hord (historical community leader)
Hord led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Hord (historical figure)
Hord bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.
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Common questions about the name Hord

What does the name Hord mean?
Hord means "A Hebrew name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Hord?
Hord is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Hord?
Hord originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Hord sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Hord flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Hord ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Hord a common or rare name?
Hord is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.