boy name
Hunter
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#130 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Hunter in the US, 1880–2025
Hunter first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2000, when 12,538 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,761.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hunter a boy or a girl name?
Hunter is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Hunter?
In 2025, Hunter ranked #130 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Hunter most popular?
Hunter was most popular in 2000, when about 12,538 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.