Hurman
A masculine name of Old German origin meaning "supreme soldier".
Name Census estimates that about 29 living Americans carry the first name Hurman. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Hurman today is around 86 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Hurman births was 1923 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Hurman. 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 Hurman is about 86 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Hurmans were born before 1950.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Hurman. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
29
~ 1 in 11,819,115 Americans
Peak year
1923
13 babies that year
Average age
86
years old
1950 SSA rank
#3,481
Tracked since 1914
Popularity
Hurman: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Hurman from the 1910s through to the 1950s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 89 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Hurman 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 Hurman during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Hurman
The name Hurman has its origins in the ancient Germanic languages, where it was derived from the root words "hur" meaning "battle" and "mann" meaning "man." This suggests that the name was initially given to individuals who were known for their prowess on the battlefield or their warrior-like qualities.
During the Middle Ages, the name gained popularity among the Germanic tribes that inhabited various regions of Europe, including present-day Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It was often used as a given name for sons who were expected to carry on the family's martial traditions or were born during times of conflict.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hurman can be found in the 9th-century Frankish annals, where it was mentioned as the name of a nobleman who served under Charlemagne's court. This suggests that the name had already gained recognition and prestige among the noble classes of the Carolingian Empire.
In the 11th century, a notable figure named Hurman von Salzburg was recorded as a prominent ecclesiastical leader in the Holy Roman Empire. He served as the Archbishop of Salzburg from 1088 to 1101 and played a significant role in the ecclesiastical and political affairs of his time.
Another historical figure bearing the name Hurman was Hurman von Stettin, a 13th-century German knight who participated in the Northern Crusades against the pagan Prussians. His exploits were documented in chronicles of the Teutonic Order, showcasing the martial associations of the name.
During the Renaissance period, the name Hurman was borne by Hurman Contractus, a renowned 11th-century German scholar, mathematician, and composer. He made significant contributions to the fields of music theory and astronomical calculations, demonstrating the versatility of individuals with this name.
In the 16th century, Hurman Schede, a German humanist and historian, gained recognition for his writings and scholarly works. He played a crucial role in preserving and documenting the history and culture of his time, further solidifying the name's intellectual associations.
While the name Hurman may have declined in popularity in more recent centuries, its historical legacy remains intact, with notable figures from various fields having carried this name throughout the ages, reflecting its enduring associations with valor, nobility, and intellectual pursuits.
People
Hurman + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Hurman 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
Hurman: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Hurman?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 29 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Hurman 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 11,819,115 US residents.
Is Hurman a common name?
We classify Hurman as "Very Rare". It ranks above 46% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 203 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Hurman most popular?
The single biggest year for Hurman was 1923, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Hurman is about 86 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 Hurman in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Hurman a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Hurman 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 Hurman still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Hurman 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 Hurman 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 many people are called Hurman?
You can see how many Americans are named Hurman on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.