Hortence
girl nameHortence entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #1763 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
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rank today
#1763
peak (1909)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1763 |
| 1910s | #2693 |
| 1920s | #3587 |
| 1930s | #3704 |
| 1940s | #5243 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hortence are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hortence alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hortence in 2025?
- Hortence is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Hortence most popular?
- Hortence peaked in 1909, reaching #1763 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hortence with classmates?
- Hortence will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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