How popular is the name Hurley in 2025?

Hurley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Hurley most popular?

Hurley peaked in 1898, reaching #663 among US boy names.

Hurley will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Hurley entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #663 in 1898, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#663

peak (1898)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,100 people named Hurley are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Hurley alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Hurley in 2025?: Hurley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Hurley most popular?: Hurley peaked in 1898, reaching #663 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Hurley with classmates?: Hurley will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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