Hunter
Hunter is an English occupational surname turned first name, derived from the Old English word for one who hunts. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend toward nature-inspired and action-oriented names.
Current Popularity
#128 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across English-speaking countries
- •Strong, assertive sound that works well in professional settings
- •May be associated with outdoor activities and traditional masculinity
- •Very popular in the 1990s-2010s, so may be common among peers
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Famous People
Hunter S. Thompson
Journalist and author
Hunter Hayes
Country music singer-songwriter
Hunter Parrish
Actor known for 'Weeds'
Hunter Biden
Lawyer and businessman
Statistics
259,395
Total births since 1880
2000
Peak year
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