Hunter vs Waverly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Waverly

Girl #916 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow of quivering aspens"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#916
Total SSA Count
289
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Wave, Wavie, Avery

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Hunter Rank #128
Waverly Rank #916

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 vs #916 for Waverly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hunter ___

  • Hunter James
  • Hunter Cole
  • Hunter Reid
  • Hunter Blake
  • Hunter Scott
  • Hunter Grey

Waverly ___

  • Waverly Rose
  • Waverly June
  • Waverly Claire
  • Waverly Jade
  • Waverly Faith
  • Waverly Hope

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hunter

Chase Wyatt Sawyer Parker Harley

If you choose Waverly

Hadley Finley Emerson Hollis Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hunter or Waverly more popular?

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 compared to Waverly at #916 in the United States.

What do Hunter and Waverly mean?

Hunter means "huntsman, pursuer" (Middle English origin). Waverly means "meadow of quivering aspens" (Old English origin).

Are Hunter and Waverly boy or girl names?

Hunter is primarily a boy name. Waverly is primarily a girl name.

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