How Many People Are Named Hurshel?

Complete statistics for the name Hurshel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Hurshel
Very Rare
English surname used as a first name

Hurshel is a rare name with origins not widely documented, making each person named Hurshel stand out among 1 in 2,097,022 Americans. With only 157 people bearing this name today, it's a testament to its unique charm and history; most Hurshels are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school name.

~157
Living in US
1 in 2,097,022
Americans
1921
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Creative variant of Hurst
🌐
Origin
English surname used as a first name
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 1
Personality Traits
Determined Traditional Resilient
1
Life Path Number

Life-path number 1 symbolizes leadership and independence.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

397
Worldwide Bearers
#433,463
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
394
🇬🇾 Guyana
1
🇯🇲 Jamaica
1
🇿🇦 South Africa
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
157 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 95
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
13
Would be 30–60 (2%)
828
Would be over 60 (98%)

All 841 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1921

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
85
Classic Feel
81
Modern Appeal
19
International
71

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Hurshel Through the Generations

Hurshel has been a name that's seen its peak in 1921 with 33 births, but it's remained stable since then, becoming a timeless choice for parents seeking a distinctive name. Today, the majority of Hurshels are over 60, with just a handful in their 30s and 60s, indicating a strong generational skew towards older individuals. This name's longevity and stability suggest it's a cherished legacy passed down through families, maintaining its allure despite its rarity.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Kentucky 42
Arkansas 22
Tennessee 16
Oklahoma 12
Texas 10
Missouri 6

✨ Similar Names to Hurshel

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Hurshel's English surname used as a first name roots

📄 About the Name Hurshel

How Many People Have the Name Hurshel?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 157 people in the United States currently share the name Hurshel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,097,022 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Hurshel a Common or Rare Name?

Hurshel is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Hurshel Mean?

Hurshel means "creative variant of Hurst" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Hurshel in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Hurshel Most Popular?

The name Hurshel reached peak popularity in 1921, with 33 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Hurshel?

Approximately 157 people named Hurshel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 841. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,097,022 Americans.

Is Hurshel a rare name?

Hurshel is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,097,022 Americans has this name.

What does the name Hurshel mean?

Hurshel means "creative variant of Hurst" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins.

Is Hurshel more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Hurshel are male and 0% are female.

When was Hurshel most popular?

Hurshel peaked in 1921 with 33 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US157
All-Time Births841
1 in X1 in 2,097,022
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age95
Peak Year1921
World Rank#433,463
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.