gender neutral
Hunter
one who hunts
About Hunter
Bold and adventurous, this name captures the spirit of exploration and determination. Hunter embodies strength, focus, and a natural connection to the outdoors, making it perfect for active families who value courage and independence. The single-syllable punch delivers immediate impact while remaining effortlessly cool and contemporary. It's straightforward, confident, and impossible to mispronounce—practical advantages that shouldn't be underestimated. Hunter has maintained steady popularity without becoming oversaturated, hitting that sweet spot of familiar yet distinctive. The name suggests someone who goes after what they want in life, who isn't afraid of challenges, and who possesses both physical and mental resilience. It transitions seamlessly from playground to boardroom, maintaining its appeal throughout every life stage. For parents wanting a name that projects capability, ambition, and earthy masculinity without any pretense, Hunter delivers exactly that energy with straightforward American charm.
Popularity of the Name Hunter
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #545 | ||||
| 1881 | #825 | ||||
| 1882 | #623 | ||||
| 1883 | #840 | ||||
| 1884 | #906 | ||||
| 1885 | #621 | ||||
| 1886 | #804 | ||||
| 1888 | #493 | ||||
| 1889 | #604 | ||||
| 1890 | #782 | ||||
| 1891 | #575 | ||||
| 1892 | #657 | ||||
| 1893 | #590 | ||||
| 1894 | #759 | ||||
| 1895 | #929 | ||||
| 1896 | #543 | ||||
| 1897 | #822 | ||||
| 1898 | #718 | ||||
| 1899 | #680 | ||||
| 1900 | #759 | ||||
| 1901 | #807 | ||||
| 1902 | #567 | ||||
| 1904 | #550 | ||||
| 1905 | #650 | ||||
| 1906 | #693 | ||||
| 1907 | #758 | ||||
| 1908 | #697 | ||||
| 1909 | #817 | ||||
| 1910 | #768 | ||||
| 1911 | #806 | ||||
| 1912 | #845 | ||||
| 1913 | #793 | ||||
| 1914 | #828 | ||||
| 1915 | #873 | ||||
| 1916 | #930 | ||||
| 1917 | #826 | ||||
| 1918 | #793 | ||||
| 1919 | #904 | ||||
| 1920 | #808 | ||||
| 1922 | #931 | ||||
| 1923 | #811 | ||||
| 1924 | #828 | ||||
| 1926 | #864 | ||||
| 1927 | #917 | ||||
| 1928 | #907 | ||||
| 1929 | #842 | ||||
| 1931 | #915 | ||||
| 1932 | #898 | ||||
| 1934 | #947 | ||||
| 1935 | #958 | ||||
| 1945 | #922 | ||||
| 1946 | #851 | ||||
| 1947 | #838 | ||||
| 1949 | #977 | ||||
| 1950 | #993 | ||||
| 1954 | #897 | ||||
| 1956 | #948 | ||||
| 1957 | #891 | ||||
| 1958 | #959 | ||||
| 1959 | #945 | ||||
| 1960 | #900 | ||||
| 1961 | #920 | ||||
| 1962 | #874 | ||||
| 1963 | #908 | ||||
| 1964 | #887 | ||||
| 1965 | #906 | ||||
| 1966 | #892 | ||||
| 1967 | #811 | ||||
| 1968 | #766 | ||||
| 1969 | #778 | ||||
| 1970 | #777 | ||||
| 1971 | #815 | ||||
| 1972 | #880 | ||||
| 1973 | #849 | ||||
| 1974 | #839 | ||||
| 1975 | #797 | ||||
| 1976 | #732 | ||||
| 1977 | #669 | ||||
| 1978 | #696 | ||||
| 1979 | #611 | ||||
| 1980 | #548 | ||||
| 1981 | #518 | ||||
| 1982 | #474 | ||||
| 1983 | #437 | ||||
| 1984 | #380 | ||||
| 1985 | #336 | ||||
| 1986 | #306 | ||||
| 1987 | #271 | ||||
| 1988 | #243 | ||||
| 1989 | #226 | ||||
| 1990 | #219 | ||||
| 1991 | #167 | #505 | |||
| 1992 | #135 | #443 | |||
| 1993 | #97 | #298 | |||
| 1994 | #67 | #272 | #258 | ||
| 1995 | #53 | #306 | #201 | ||
| 1996 | #47 | #250 | #193 | ||
| 1997 | #44 | #236 | #140 | ||
| 1998 | #36 | #119 | #92 | ||
| 1999 | #36 | #87 | #82 | ||
| 2000 | #35 | #88 | #62 | ||
| 2001 | #36 | #94 | #67 | ||
| 2002 | #38 | #65 | #61 | ||
| 2003 | #41 | #41 | #64 | ||
| 2004 | #49 | #53 | #73 | ||
| 2005 | #53 | #39 | #67 | ||
| 2006 | #54 | #42 | #70 | ||
| 2007 | #57 | #992 | #23 | #62 | |
| 2008 | #54 | #881 | #19 | #55 | |
| 2009 | #56 | #791 | #17 | #51 | |
| 2010 | #58 | #580 | #25 | #51 | |
| 2011 | #55 | #441 | #14 | #47 | |
| 2012 | #45 | #228 | #20 | #237 | #41 |
| 2013 | #36 | #203 | #10 | #498 | #28 |
| 2014 | #40 | #176 | #12 | #318 | #26 |
| 2015 | #41 | #136 | #7 | #320 | #25 |
| 2016 | #45 | #117 | #6 | #233 | #30 |
| 2017 | #53 | #78 | #5 | #163 | #35 |
| 2018 | #56 | #45 | #6 | #109 | #36 |
| 2019 | #66 | #47 | #12 | #117 | #50 |
| 2020 | #68 | #54 | #10 | #132 | #53 |
| 2021 | #86 | #58 | #21 | #93 | #63 |
| 2022 | #101 | #55 | #20 | #117 | #74 |
| 2023 | #115 | #58 | #36 | #160 | #89 |
| 2024 | #128 | #73 | #29 | #147 | #109 |
| 2025 | #130 | #84 | #26 | #156 | #113 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Hunter
Names Similar to Hunter
Nicknames for Hunter
- Hunt
- Hunty
- H
- Ter
Famous People Named Hunter
| Hunter S. Thompson | American journalist and author |
| Hunter Pence | American professional baseball player |
| Hunter Biden | American lawyer and businessman, son of Joe Biden |
| Hunter Renfrow | American professional football player |
| Hunter Tylo | American actress |
| Hunter Foster | American actor and singer |
| Hunter Johnson | American football player |
| Hunter Hillenmeyer | American former professional football player |
| Hunter Hearst Helmsley | Triple H - American professional wrestler |
| Hunter Cope | American actor |
| Hunter Hayes | American ice hockey player |
| Hunter Thompson | Australian rules footballer |
| Hunter Burgan | American musician |
| Hunter Bishop | American professional baseball player |
| Hunter Parrish | English cricketer |
| Hunter Kemper | American triathlete |
| Hunter Mahan | New Zealand rugby union player |
Characters Named Hunter
| Hunter Clarington | Character from the TV series "Glee" |
| Hunter Zolomon | Zoom - Villainous speedster in DC Comics |
| Hunter Rose | Main character in the comic book series "Grendel" |
| Hunter Hearst Helmsley | Triple H - WWE professional wrestler |
| Hunter McQueen | Character from the TV series "Hollyoaks" |
| Hunter Warden | Character from the video game "Fortnite" |
| Hunter St. James | Character from the TV series "Gossip Girl" |
| Hunter Bradley | Power Ranger in the TV series "Power Rangers Ninja Storm" |
| Hunter Borgia | Character from the video game "Assassin's Creed" |
| Hunter J | Villain in the Pokémon animated series |