Long stick or spirit/mind
Hoyt is an English surname of Middle English origin, likely derived from 'hoit', meaning a long stick or a tall, thin person. Some etymologists also link it to Old Norse roots suggesting 'mind' or 'spirit'. It gained popularity in the American South during the early 20th century.
Less common today
Hoyt isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,388 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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