Hurshel
boy nameHurshel entered the US charts in 1904, peaked at #999 in 1907, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1904–2025
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rank today
#999
peak (1907)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1192 |
| 1910s | #1526 |
| 1920s | #1515 |
| 1930s | #1697 |
| 1940s | #2104 |
| 1950s | #3308 |
| 1960s | #3470 |
| 1980s | #6951 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Hurshel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hurshel alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hurshel in 2025?
- Hurshel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hurshel most popular?
- Hurshel peaked in 1907, reaching #999 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hurshel with classmates?
- Hurshel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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