Hurst
hu(r)-st
US Popularity:5367
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):German
Meaning:Thicket of trees, wooded grove
With English and German origins, Hurst is a boy’s name meaning “thicket of trees” or “wooded grove.” Derived from Horst, Hurst is more commonly seen as a last name but can also be a unique first name that's sure to stand out on the playground. In popular culture, the title Hurst is most commonly associated with former soccer player Geoff Hurst. To date, he is the only male soccer player to score three goals in a World Cup final, which he achieved way back in 1966.
How Popular Is The Name Hurst?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1934
#3916
in 1934
+ 339
from 1917
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 421, 422
Ancestry, Hurst Family History
House of Names, Hurst History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'hurst'
Surname DB, Last name: Hurst
Online Etymology Dictionary, hurst (n.), September 2017
Behind the Name, Horst, December 2022
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