Hungerford

A Germanic name with cultural significance
Germanic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1968US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.5%Percentile

What does Hungerford mean and where does it come from?

Hungerford is a name found across Germanic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Hungerford carries the heritage of Germanic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1968 in 2015 — currently #1968 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Hungerford?

Hungerford works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Hungerford Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Hungerford Rose
Floral · soft ending
Hungerford Mae
Sweet · timeless
Hungerford Claire
French influence · crisp
Hungerford Jane
Literary · strong
Hungerford Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Hungerford right now?

Holding steady — currently #1968 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1968 · Top 1.5%
2019
2020
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#196810stable
2022#196810stable
2021#196810stable
2020#196810stable
2019#196810
💎Hungerford is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Hungerford?

Common
HunHuErford

Famous people named Hungerford

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Hungerford (Germanic saint)
Hungerford spread this name through the Germanic missionary tradition of early Christianity.
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Hungerford (Scandinavian royal)
Hungerford held this name in the Nordic royal courts, giving it aristocratic prestige across Northern Europe.
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Hungerford (Germanic saint)
Hungerford spread this name through the Germanic missionary tradition of early Christianity.
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Hungerford (medieval German ruler)
Hungerford bore this name during the Holy Roman Empire, spreading Germanic naming traditions across Europe.
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Common questions about the name Hungerford

What does the name Hungerford mean?
Hungerford means "A Germanic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Germanic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Hungerford?
Hungerford is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Hungerford?
Hungerford originates from Germanic tradition. Germanic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Hungerford?
Hungerford pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Germanic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Hungerford a common or rare name?
Hungerford is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.