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Boy

Hereward

This name is derived from the Old English elements here "army" and weard "guard".

Quick answer

Hereward is a boy name.

GenderBoy

Meaning and history

This name is derived from the Old English elements here "army" and weard "guard". This was the name of an 11th-century Anglo-Saxon leader who rebelled against Norman rule.

Notes and context

Usage: anglo saxon