Hurtis is of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse 'Hrúðgerðr', which means 'strong spear'. It is a rare given name that was more prevalent during the Middle Ages but has since become less common. In English-speaking countries, Hurtis is often associated with Norwegian and Swedish heritage.
"The name Hurtis experienced steady popularity with five or more births each decade from the 1920s to the 1970s, with a peak of eight births in 1929 and 1955."