The first name Hiatt is of English origin, derived from an occupational surname that was given to a maker of hoes. It is composed of the elements 'hoe' and '-maker', hence 'Hiatt'. This name has been in use since at least the 16th century, with early records showing it predominantly in England. Today, Hiatt is considered a rare but unique first name choice.
The name Hiatt saw a notable gap in its popularity between 2001 and 2008, with only two births recorded during that period. However, it experienced a slight resurgence from 2011 onwards, maintaining an average of around five births per year until 2020. Overall, there were 34 babies named Hiatt born between 2001 and 2020.