Hurley
Hurley is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Sea tide or sea valiant.
Origin and history
Hurley is a surname-derived given name of Irish Gaelic origin, derived from Ó Muirthile or Ó hUrdhaile. Historically associated with sea-tide or sea-valiant meanings, it has been used consistently as a masculine name in the U.S. though it remains relatively uncommon.
Popularity in the United States
2,581 babies in the United States have been named Hurley since 1880. It ranks #2552 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1866.
States where it is most popular
- NC (59.5 %)
- VA (21.3 %)
- TN (10 %)
- AR (4 %)
- CA (1.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 36 |
| 1890-1900 | 74 |
| 1900-1910 | 76 |
| 1910-1920 | 287 |
| 1920-1930 | 406 |
| 1930-1940 | 395 |
| 1940-1950 | 338 |
| 1950-1960 | 276 |
| 1960-1970 | 148 |
| 1970-1980 | 93 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 25 |
| 2000-2010 | 93 |
| 2010-2019 | 204 |
| 2020-2029 | 61 |
Famous people named Hurley
- Hurley Goodall: Politician, Historian
Fun facts
- The name is derived from the Irish Gaelic surname Ó Muirthile, referencing a connection to the sea tide.
- The name has strong modern cultural visibility due to the famous American surf wear brand Hurley.