Hunter is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #4057 in 2023 with 5 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 8 births ranking #2966. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 51,314 girls born was named Hunter. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Hunter is a direct occupational surname name meaning exactly what it says. Its popularity comes from its rugged, outdoorsy image and very clear, masculine sound.
The name moved from surname to given name in the modern period and became especially popular in North America. It fits naturally with other action-based and job-based boys' names.