Hoskie
A variation of the English surname meaning "little hose or sock".
Name Census estimates that about 15 living Americans carry the first name Hoskie. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Hoskie today is around 71 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Hoskie births was 1928 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Hoskie. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Hoskie is about 71 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Hoskies were born before 1965.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Hoskie. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
15
~ 1 in 22,850,289 Americans
Peak year
1928
9 babies that year
Average age
71
years old
1963 SSA rank
#3,809
Tracked since 1924
Popularity
Hoskie: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Hoskie from the 1920s through to the 1960s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 21 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1920s peak, Hoskie remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Hoskie by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Hoskie during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Hoskies live
Origin
Meaning and history of Hoskie
The given name Hoskie traces its origins to the Anglicized version of the Slovak word "Hospodský," which means "innkeeper" or "tavern owner." Its roots can be found in the Slavic languages of Central and Eastern Europe, particularly in the regions of present-day Slovakia and the Czech Republic.
During the medieval period, when surnames were first adopted, it was common for individuals to be identified by their occupations or professions. The name Hoskie likely emerged as a descriptor for someone who owned or managed an inn or tavern, a significant occupation in those times when travelers and merchants sought shelter and refreshments on their journeys.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Hoskie can be traced back to the 15th century, although its usage may have been more widespread in rural areas where written records were scarce. One notable figure bearing this name was Hoskie Jankovic, a Slovak innkeeper and businessman who lived in the late 16th century and was renowned for his hospitality and entrepreneurial spirit.
In the 17th century, the name Hoskie gained recognition with the rise of Hoskie Mikuláš, a celebrated Slovak poet and playwright whose works celebrated the rich cultural heritage of his homeland. His literary contributions helped preserve the Slovak language and traditions during a period of political turmoil and foreign influence.
Another historical figure of note was Hoskie Kalinović, a Croatian military leader who fought against the Ottoman Empire in the late 17th century. His bravery and tactical prowess earned him a reputation as a skilled commander, and his name became synonymous with patriotism and resistance in the region.
Moving into the 19th century, Hoskie Radovanović, a Serbian painter and illustrator, made a significant impact on the art world with his vibrant depictions of rural life and landscapes. His works captured the essence of the Balkan region and are celebrated for their attention to detail and vivid colors.
Finally, in the early 20th century, Hoskie Veljanović, a Montenegrin writer and journalist, gained recognition for his critical essays and commentaries on social and political issues. His fearless and insightful writing challenged the status quo and advocated for progressive reforms, earning him both admiration and criticism from his contemporaries.
People
Hoskie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Hoskie as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Hoskie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Hoskie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 15 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Hoskie going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 22,850,289 US residents.
Is Hoskie a common name?
We classify Hoskie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 35.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 47 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Hoskie most popular?
The single biggest year for Hoskie was 1928, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Hoskie is about 71 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Hoskie in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Hoskie a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Hoskie in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Hoskie still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Hoskie in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Hoskie can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Hoskie?
See how many Americans are named Hoskie on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.