Huntley
Huntley is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hunter's meadow or clearing.
Origin and history
Huntley is an English surname turned given name, originating as a place name meaning 'hunter's meadow'. Though historically rare, it has seen a modern surge in usage in the United States as part of the surname-as-first-name trend. Today, it offers a rustic and contemporary feel for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,067 babies in the United States have been named Huntley since 1880. It ranks #3618 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1466.
States where it is most popular
- TN (16.5 %)
- TX (11.7 %)
- NC (11.2 %)
- FL (9 %)
- WI (9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 13 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 14 |
| 2000-2010 | 71 |
| 2010-2019 | 480 |
| 2020-2029 | 469 |
Fun facts
- Derived from Old English words 'hunta' (hunter) and 'leah' (meadow or clearing), originally referring to several places in England and Scotland.
- Nearly half of all published U.S. male births for Huntley since 1880 have occurred since 2020.