Hurst is an English surname and given name of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word 'hurste', which means 'wooded hill' or 'thicket'. It was initially used as a descriptive name for someone who lived near such terrain. The name can also be a topographical surname, referring to someone who resided at an enclosure or farm on a wooded hill. Over time, Hurst has evolved from being primarily a surname to becoming more commonly used as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
In the given years of 1915 and 1917, there were a combined total of 11 babies named Hurst born annually. However, in 1934, this number decreased by half to just 5 babies named Hurst. Over these three years, a total of 16 babies were given the name Hurst.