Herod Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Herod Name at a Glance

Name	Herod
Meaning	Son of a hero
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Herod Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Herod means “Son of a hero”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Herod Name Origin

Our database records Herod under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Herod a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Herod is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Herod

When considering Herod for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.