Hunter-James
English · Boy · 4 syllables
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About the name Hunter-James
Hunter-James is a compound given name combining "Hunter" (an occupational English surname meaning one who hunts) and "James" (derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning "supplanter").
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Etymology
Hunter-James is a compound given name combining "Hunter" (an occupational English surname meaning one who hunts) and "James" (derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning "supplanter"). The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in modern Western practice, with no significant historical or religious tradition; it represents a contemporary trend of hyphenated given names rather than a name with deep historical roots.
Hunter-James currently ranks #1,758 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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