A variant of Hunter, meaning one who hunts
Hunner is a rare phonetic spelling variant of the English occupational surname Hunter. It likely emerged as a modern creative spelling or a regional pronunciation-based variation of the more common name. It shares the same etymological roots, referring to a provider or pursuer of game.
Less common today
Hunner isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,460 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).