Hoke is a rare and unique given name of American origin, derived from an occupational surname meaning 'hewer of wood'. It has been predominantly used as a masculine name but can also be considered for other genders due to its unisex nature.
The name Hoke experienced considerable fluctuations in popularity over the years, with periods of higher frequency between 1905 and 1918, followed by a significant decline until the late 1940s. After the mid-20th century, its usage became quite rare, with only sporadic occurrences recorded every few years up to the most recent data point in 2021.