Holding steady.
Popularity of Hoke since 1900
Babies named Hoke per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 68 |
| 1910s | 132 |
| 1920s | 93 |
| 1930s | 130 |
| 1940s | 86 |
| 1950s | 51 |
| 1960s | 31 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Hoke is a rare American name that saw brief use in the early 1900s, with its peak year in 1907, when it was given to only a handful of boys. It has never ranked in the top 1000 and remains virtually unused today. The name is likely of English origin, possibly derived from the Middle English word 'hoke' meaning 'hook,' or as a shortened form of a surname. With a stable trajectory over the decades, Hoke has not experienced any revival. Its top states are unknown due to low numbers. For parents seeking an obscure, vintage-sounding name with a straightforward pronunciation, Hoke offers a distinct choice.
Hoke is a rare English name, likely derived from the Middle English word 'hoke' meaning 'hook,' possibly as an occupational surname for a maker or user of hooks. It may also be a shortened form of surnames like Hokanson. The name saw modest use in the early 1900s but never gained widespread popularity.
Sibling names for Hoke
Names that share Hoke's style, for a brother or sister.
