Hunner is of German origin, meaning "army" or "battle". It is an unusual yet distinctive name that carries a sense of strength and power. Pronounced as /ˈhʌnər/, it consists of three syllables with the stress on the first syllable. The name Hunner has been more commonly used in Sweden but can also be found in other countries such as Germany and Switzerland. It is often associated with historical figures like Hunerich, a Visigothic king of Toulouse in the 5th century. However, it is not typically one of the top choices for baby names today, making those who bear this name stand out even more.
Here are the annual birth numbers for the name Hunner:
Starting with 5 births in 1997, there were fluctuations ranging from a low of 6 in 2023 to a peak of 32 in 2009.
The most recent data shows a steady decline, with only 7 births in 2022 and 6 in 2023.
Over the entire period spanning from 1997 to 2023, there have been a total of 412 recorded births named Hunner.