US Popularity Rank: 5367

Origin: German

Meaning: Thicket of trees, wooded grove

With English and German origins, Hurst is a boy’s name meaning “thicket of trees” or “wooded grove.” Derived from Horst, Hurst is more commonly seen as a last name but can also be a unique first name that's sure to stand out on the playground. In popular culture, the title Hurst is most commonly associated with former soccer player Geoff Hurst. To date, he is the only male soccer player to score three goals in a World Cup final, which he achieved way back in 1966.