Hunter
girl name#841 in 2025Hunter entered the US charts in 1902, peaked at #304 in 1998, ranks #841 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1902–2025
#841
rank today
#304
peak (1998)
323
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1594 |
| 1920s | #5099 |
| 1950s | #6086 |
| 1960s | #6564 |
| 1970s | #5983 |
| 1980s | #4944 |
| 1990s | #991 |
| 2000s | #874 |
| 2010s | #947 |
| 2020s | #826 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hunter has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 14,000 people named Hunter are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hunter alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hunter in 2025?
- Hunter ranks #841 among US girl names in 2025, with 323 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hunter most popular?
- Hunter peaked in 1998, reaching #304 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hunter with classmates?
- Hunter will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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