Masculine dossier · first seen 1880

Hunter

Stable Decline Gradual decline from 2000 #130 boys’ name in 2025
Peak era
2000
Peak births
12,538
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Gen Z
1880Peak 20002025
peak 2000 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Hunter

How many people are named Hunter?

An estimated 256,531 living Americans are named Hunter.

How rare is Hunter?

Hunter is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 2,761 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 78% from its 2000 peak. It was the #130 boys’ name in 2025.

How old is the typical Hunter?

The median age of a living American named Hunter is approximately 21 years, with most bearers falling between 13 and 27 years old.

Is Hunter still popular?

Somewhat. Hunter has been declining since its 2000 peak and registered 2,761 births in 2025.

Peak year
2000
Decline from peak
78%
2025
2,761
All-time
262,238