Hoover
Pronunciation: [ h-OOV-er ]
Hoover is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,109 in the US, popular nicknames include Hoo, Hoy, and Hooie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Hoover first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 197 babies have been named Hoover in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hoover is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,109 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,109
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Hoover is also used as a girl name, ranked #23651.
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About the Name Hoover
Hoover is a boy name .
Is Hoover a boy or girl name? Hoover is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #20,109 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #23,651. Hoover is more commonly used as a boy name.
Hoover is currently ranked #20,109 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hoover include Hoo, Hoy, Hooie, and Hoovie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis