Hoyt Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHOYT / /hɔɪt/Old English; Scottish
Meaning
Old English: high; Scottish: a small enclosure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hoyt has roots in Old English, where it is derived from the word for 'high.' It also has Scottish origins, where it referred to a small enclosure or a place of safety. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and has appeared in different regions, particularly in the United States. Hoyt has been a surname as well as a given name, reflecting its versatility in usage.
Trend Summary
Hoyt has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
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Famous people named Hoyt
Hoyt Axton was an American singer-songwriter and actor known for his contributions to country music and his roles in films.
Hoyt Wilhelm was a Major League Baseball pitcher who played for several teams and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hoyt was first seen in the United States in 1880. Hoyt has ranked as high as #725 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Hoyt has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hoyt (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1887 | 10 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 14 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 15 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 12 |
| 1896 | 11 |
| 1897 | 9 |
| 1898 | 13 |
| 1899 | 10 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 19 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1903 | 12 |
| 1904 | 14 |
| 1905 | 13 |
| 1906 | 19 |
| 1907 | 24 |
| 1908 | 25 |
| 1909 | 34 |
| 1910 | 26 |
| 1911 | 37 |
| 1912 | 49 |
| 1913 | 79 |
| 1914 | 90 |
| 1915 | 117 |
| 1916 | 123 |
| 1917 | 141 |
| 1918 | 161 |
| 1919 | 153 |
| 1920 | 164 |
| 1921 | 153 |
| 1922 | 171 |
| 1923 | 167 |
| 1924 | 171 |
| 1925 | 140 |
| 1926 | 154 |
| 1927 | 145 |
| 1928 | 141 |
| 1929 | 147 |
| 1930 | 162 |
| 1931 | 132 |
| 1932 | 144 |
| 1933 | 124 |
| 1934 | 115 |
| 1935 | 125 |
| 1936 | 115 |
| 1937 | 109 |
| 1938 | 123 |
| 1939 | 102 |
| 1940 | 88 |
| 1941 | 96 |
| 1942 | 111 |
| 1943 | 94 |
| 1944 | 98 |
| 1945 | 77 |
| 1946 | 100 |
| 1947 | 89 |
| 1948 | 93 |
| 1949 | 83 |
| 1950 | 71 |
| 1951 | 89 |
| 1952 | 70 |
| 1953 | 79 |
| 1954 | 85 |
| 1955 | 81 |
| 1956 | 57 |
| 1957 | 70 |
| 1958 | 48 |
| 1959 | 68 |
| 1960 | 51 |
| 1961 | 60 |
| 1962 | 61 |
| 1963 | 49 |
| 1964 | 50 |
| 1965 | 69 |
| 1966 | 63 |
| 1967 | 58 |
| 1968 | 47 |
| 1969 | 49 |
| 1970 | 38 |
| 1971 | 31 |
| 1972 | 32 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 24 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 45 |
| 2008 | 51 |
| 2009 | 54 |
| 2010 | 78 |
| 2011 | 81 |
| 2012 | 95 |
| 2013 | 101 |
| 2014 | 94 |
| 2015 | 124 |
| 2016 | 107 |
| 2017 | 100 |
| 2018 | 93 |
| 2019 | 86 |
| 2020 | 73 |
| 2021 | 82 |
| 2022 | 86 |
| 2023 | 64 |
| 2024 | 55 |