Hoyle
boy nameHoyle entered the US charts in 1907, peaked at #1144 in 1925, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1907–2025
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rank today
#1144
peak (1925)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1345 |
| 1910s | #1481 |
| 1920s | #1387 |
| 1930s | #1453 |
| 1940s | #1702 |
| 1950s | #2829 |
| 1960s | #3705 |
| 1970s | #4752 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Hoyle are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hoyle alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hoyle in 2025?
- Hoyle is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hoyle most popular?
- Hoyle peaked in 1925, reaching #1144 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hoyle with classmates?
- Hoyle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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