Hurshell is of American origin, derived from an Old English surname that denoted 'from the grey hill'. It was brought to America by early settlers and has since been adopted as a given name in some communities. The name Hurshell is relatively rare, with few historical figures or celebrities bearing this moniker, which adds to its uniqueness. It is pronounced as /ˈhɜːrʃəl/, with the stress on the first syllable and an 'sh' sound similar to that in English.
"Hurshell seems to have been a popular name during the early to mid-20th century, with peaks in popularity between 1916 and 1922, and again from 1932 onwards."