Hurston, of American origins, is an uncommon yet distinctive given name for females and males alike. It is believed to have derived from English surnames like Hirst or Hurst, meaning 'from the moor' or 'grey-haired'. The name gained notable recognition through the renowned African-American author Zora Neale Hurston, who brought cultural significance to this moniker.
"The name Hurston experienced varying popularity over the decades, peaking with 7 births each in 1918 and 1922, then dropping to a consistent 5-6 births per year until reaching its most recent peak of 5 births in both 1943 and 1951."