Hunt Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHunt / /hʌnt/English; Old French
Meaning
English: hunter; Old French: to hunt
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hunt has roots in both English and Old French, originally deriving from the occupation of hunting. It was used as a surname before becoming a given name. The name reflects a historical connection to nature and the outdoors, often associated with nobility and sport. In medieval times, hunting was a popular pastime among the aristocracy.
Trend Summary
The name Hunt has seen limited use as a given name in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hunt was first seen in the United States in 1880. Hunt has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Hunt has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hunt (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |