Hart
Hart is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Stag or male deer.
Origin and history
Hart originates from an Old English surname and vocabulary word referring to a male deer or stag. Historically used as a surname, it has gained usage as a given name in the United States. It offers a concise, nature-inspired choice for modern parents.
Popularity in the United States
1,211 babies in the United States have been named Hart since 1880. It ranks #3487 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1654.
States where it is most popular
- CA (60.6 %)
- TX (14.9 %)
- NY (7.4 %)
- CO (6.4 %)
- FL (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 57 |
| 1920-1930 | 73 |
| 1930-1940 | 81 |
| 1940-1950 | 43 |
| 1950-1960 | 66 |
| 1960-1970 | 49 |
| 1970-1980 | 38 |
| 1980-1990 | 88 |
| 1990-2000 | 103 |
| 2000-2010 | 118 |
| 2010-2019 | 211 |
| 2020-2029 | 273 |
Fun facts
- In Middle English and Old English, a 'hart' specifically designated a fully grown male red deer.
- Hart follows the popular English tradition of using occupational or nature-based surnames as first names.