Hirst

English

"wooded hill"

Hirst Origin and Meaning

The name Hirst is a boy's name.

Hirst is a masculine name of Anglo-Saxon origin that began as an English surname derived from geographical features. The name comes from Old English "hyrst," meaning "wooded hill," "copse," or "small grove of trees." Like many surname-to-first-name conversions, Hirst carries a strong connection to English landscape and heritage. As a given name, Hirst remains exceptionally rare, giving it a distinctive quality. It gained some recognition through association with British artist Damien Hirst, though this hasn't significantly increased its usage as a first name. Hirst appeals to parents drawn to short, strong-sounding English names with historical roots and a contemporary feel despite its traditional origins.