NAME PROFILE
Hoyt
Hoyt is an English and Scottish name meaning 'high ground' or 'hill.' It evokes a sense of strength and stability, suggesting a person who is grounded and reliable, often seen as a leader or a guiding figure in their community.
Key Stats
| Total births | 8,572 |
| Gender | Male (55% / 45%) |
| Peak year | 1923 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | English, Scottish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
GA — 26%AL — 22%TX — 19%SC — 18%NC — 15%
Notable People
Hoyt Axton (Singer-songwriter and actor) · Hoyt Wilhelm (Major League Baseball pitcher, Hall of Fame) · Hoyt S. Vandenberg (U.S. Air Force general) · Hoyt K. Kogan (American businessman) · Hoyt H. Smith (American diplomat)
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