Will my child share the name Hebe with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 12 UK babies named Hebe per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Hebe in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Hebe becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Hebe is declining: down 432 places since 2020, to #2,278 in 2025. It peaked at #782 in 2000.

Is Hebe a good choice for a distinctive name?

Hebe is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Hebe a popular baby name in the United States?

Hebe does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Hebe is a distinctive choice, ranked #2278 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Hebe in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Hebe

Hebe has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 155 places in five years. It was most popular in 2000 at #782 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Hebe is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Hebe in their class.