Hurl
boy nameHurl entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #3023 in 1924, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#3023
peak (1924)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4168 |
| 1920s | #3419 |
| 1930s | #3534 |
| 1940s | #3668 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hurl are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hurl alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hurl in 2025?
- Hurl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hurl most popular?
- Hurl peaked in 1924, reaching #3023 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hurl with classmates?
- Hurl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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