About Hershey
The surname Hershey is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "hersche," meaning "deer." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a hunter or had characteristics associated with a deer, such as agility or gracefulness. Over time, the surname Hershey has become associated with the famous American chocolate company founded by Milton S. Hershey, further adding to its recognition and popularity.
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The surname Hershey is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hershey based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Hershey is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Hershey in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hershey using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.