Huck Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHuhk / /hʌk/English; American
Meaning
English: short form of Huckleberry; American: playful or adventurous
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Huck is often associated with the term 'huckleberry,' which refers to a small fruit and has connotations of being a good friend. In American culture, the name gained popularity through Mark Twain's character Huckleberry Finn, symbolizing adventure and freedom.
Trend Summary
The name Huck has seen a resurgence in interest in recent years.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Huckle
- Huckie
International Variants
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Famous people named Huck
Huck Finn — fictional character.
Huck Apfel — American musician.
Fictional characters named Huck
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Huck was first seen in the United States in 2004. Huck has ranked as high as #1240 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Texas, Tennessee, Georgia, Wisconsin, and California. In the past 5 years the name Huck has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Huck (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| WI | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 67 |
| 2013 | 54 |
| 2014 | 67 |
| 2015 | 91 |
| 2016 | 101 |
| 2017 | 115 |
| 2018 | 139 |
| 2019 | 123 |
| 2020 | 124 |
| 2021 | 121 |
| 2022 | 134 |
| 2023 | 106 |
| 2024 | 95 |