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At a Glance: Name: Hawk – Meaning: the bird of prey (hawk) – Origin: English (word/nature name) – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: HAWK
Hawk is an English word name, taken straight from the bird of prey. It's a short, one-syllable name with a clear nature image behind it, and it pairs easily with a longer first or middle name if you want some balance.
Meaning & Origin of Hawk
Meaning: The bird of prey (hawk).
Origin: English (word/nature name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Hawk
Phonetic: HAWK IPA: /hɔːk/
Popularity of Hawk
Hawk peaked at #1770 in 2017, when 87 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #3343 with 35 babies, so it's still in use but uncommon.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1982–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Hawk mean?
The bird of prey (hawk). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Hawk)
How do you pronounce Hawk?
Hawk is pronounced HAWK (IPA: /hɔːk/).
Is Hawk a popular name right now?
Hawk peaked at #1770 in 2017 and is ranked #3343 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1982–2024.)
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