Hurl is an uncommon, unisex given name of uncertain origin and meaning. It is believed to have been used in Scotland during the 18th century, possibly as a shortened form of surnames like Hurle or Hurley. However, its popularity has been quite limited throughout history, making it a distinctive choice for those looking for an unusual name.
The name Hurl experienced a brief spike in popularity around the early 20th century, with a notable peak of nine births recorded in 1924. However, it has since declined and remained relatively uncommon, with five births each in 1938 and 1948. Overall, there have been thirty children named Hurl between 1919 and 1948.