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John vs Hunter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

John Rank #21
Hunter Rank #128

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #128 for Hunter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is John or Hunter more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Hunter at #128 in the United States.

What do John and Hunter mean?

John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Hunter means "one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are John and Hunter boy or girl names?

John is primarily a boy name. Hunter is primarily a boy name.

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