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Hershel

Hershel (name) means a masculine given name of Yiddish origin, meaning "deer.". Example: “Hershel ran a small shop in the old quarter.”

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A masculine given name of Yiddish origin, meaning "deer."
"Hershel ran a small shop in the old quarter."
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_____ ran a small shop in the old quarter.

Etymology

Borrowed from Yiddish הירשעל (hirshel), a diminutive of הירש (hirsh, “deer, buck”).

Frequently asked questions

What does “Hershel” mean?

The word “Hershel” means a masculine given name of Yiddish origin, meaning "deer.".

How do you use “Hershel” in a sentence?

Here is “Hershel” used in a sentence: “Hershel ran a small shop in the old quarter.”

What part of speech is “Hershel”?

“Hershel” is a name.

What is the meaning of Hershel?

"Hershel" (name) means a masculine given name of Yiddish origin, meaning "deer.".

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