Hoy
Boy nameHoy has been given to 825 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It peaked in 1923.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
825
Peak year
1923 (36 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1880
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Hoy — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Hoy.
FAQ
How popular is the name Hoy?
Hoy has been given to 825 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Hoy peak?
Hoy peaked in 1923, when 36 babies were given the name.
Is Hoy a girl or boy name?
Hoy is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Hoy are boys).
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