Horst
boy nameHorst entered the US charts in 1934, peaked at #2242 in 1967, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1934–2025
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rank today
#2242
peak (1967)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3406 |
| 1940s | #3459 |
| 1950s | #3871 |
| 1960s | #3394 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Horst are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Horst alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Horst in 2025?
- Horst is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Horst most popular?
- Horst peaked in 1967, reaching #2242 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Horst with classmates?
- Horst will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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