The baby name Horst is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced German: [hɔʁst]; English: [hɔːrst] or [hɔrst].
Horst is German in Origin.
The baby name Horst is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced German: [hɔʁst]; English: [hɔːrst] or [hɔrst].
Horst is German in Origin.
Horst is a masculine German name from Old High German horst, denoting a wooded thicket and, by extension, the eyrie of birds of prey such as hawks and eagles. The image of a high, secure nest lends meanings of protection, vigilance, and rugged strength. The geological term horst (a raised fault block) is a later borrowing from German and etymologically separate from personal-name usage.
As a given name, Horst emerged in the late 19th century and was especially common in Germany from the 1920s through the 1940s, then declined after 1945; it remains familiar in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Variants are minimal; the spelling is stable across languages, with informal diminutives like Horsti and regional Horschti. Compound forms such as Horst-Dieter or Horst-Peter occur. Related surnames include Horster. Notable bearers include actor Horst Buchholz and photographer Horst P. Horst.
| Horst Seehofer Horst Seehofer is a German politician known for serving as the Federal Minister of the Interior from 2018 to 2021. He played a significant role in shaping Germany's immigration policies during his tenure. Prior to that, he was the Minister-President of Bavaria from 2008 to 2018. | Horst Wessel Horst Wessel was a German politician known for his role in the Nazi Party during the Weimar Republic. He became famous for writing the 'Horst-Wessel-Lied', which became the Nazi Party's official anthem. Wessel's life and death were used as propaganda by the Nazis to promote their ideology. | Horst Buchholz Horst Buchholz was a German actor best known for his role as Chico in the classic film 'The Magnificent Seven'. He also appeared in 'One, Two, Three' and 'Life Is Beautiful', showcasing his versatility across different film genres. |
| Horst Tappert Horst Tappert was a German actor best known for his role as Inspector Stephan Derrick in the television series 'Derrick'. The show, which aired from 1974 to 1998, became a massive hit in Germany and internationally. Tappert's portrayal of the meticulous and thoughtful detective made him a household name. | Horst Frank Horst Frank was a German actor best known for his roles in European films during the 1950s and 1960s. He gained recognition for his performances in movies like 'The Dead Eyes of London' and 'The Vengeance of Fu Manchu'. His distinctive presence made him a memorable figure in the film industry of his time. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CM | 0 | #56 | 1 | 2,592 | |
| MV | Boys | 0 | #79 | 1 | 3,375 |
| Austria | Boys | 0 | #94 | 998 | 2,180 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #95 | 6,400 | 5,697 |
| Austria | 0 | #163 | 51 | 850 | |
| HU | Boys | 0 | #171 | 4 | 3,954 |
| HR | 0 | #181 | 1 | 2,081 | |
| CZ | 0 | #186 | 1 | 3,154 | |
| LU | Girls | 0 | #190 | 1 | 4,850 |
| DK | 0 | #206 | 1 | 5,198 | |
| SI | Boys | 0 | #211 | 1 | 3,402 |
| PL | 0 | #212 | 1 | 2,600 | |
| LU | Boys | 0 | #217 | 4 | 4,970 |
| BG | Boys | 0 | #220 | 1 | 3,850 |
| NA | Boys | 0 | #226 | 10 | 6,830 |
| IR | 0 | #230 | 2 | 4,221 | |
| Germany | 0 | #233 | 236 | 2,542 | |
| France | Boys | 1958 | #239 | 3 | 995 |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #256 | 1 | 7,111 |
| GR | Boys | 0 | #272 | 2 | 6,912 |
| NG | 0 | #272 | 1 | 5,926 | |
| CZ | Boys | 0 | #278 | 27 | 6,530 |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #310 | 16 | 7,401 |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #329 | 3 | 9,639 |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #334 | 7 | 6,459 |
| BR | 0 | #360 | 1 | 5,969 | |
| MU | Boys | 0 | #369 | 1 | 8,477 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #380 | 2 | 7,951 |
| BO | 0 | #408 | 1 | 6,868 | |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #408 | 1 | 11,440 |
| UY | Boys | 0 | #413 | 1 | 5,922 |
| CL | 0 | #434 | 1 | 6,867 | |
| ZA | 0 | #473 | 2 | 14,421 | |
| AR | Boys | 0 | #483 | 1 | 7,628 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #504 | 2 | 9,305 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #509 | 2 | 10,188 |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #520 | 33 | 10,162 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #555 | 3 | 12,905 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #561 | 1 | 10,655 |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #619 | 4 | 9,244 |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #625 | 1 | 10,983 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #650 | 16 | 13,390 |
| Finland | Boys | 2026 | #672 | 11 | 3,552 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #712 | 40 | 12,213 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #738 | 2 | 17,960 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #743 | 1 | 18,093 |
| Germany | Girls | 0 | #794 | 45 | 4,949 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #806 | 1 | 18,755 |
| TN | 0 | #861 | 5 | 13,765 | |
| NL | Boys | 0 | #886 | 66 | 5,873 |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #893 | 38 | 5,610 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #914 | 5 | 17,948 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #922 | 4 | 15,035 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #922 | 5 | 14,506 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #979 | 3 | 15,656 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #1,000 | 2 | 16,906 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,030 | 4 | 16,355 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,136 | 43 | 25,619 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,142 | 2 | 22,615 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,180 | 3 | 25,439 |
| MA | 0 | #1,196 | 4 | 20,986 | |
| DZ | 0 | #1,234 | 1 | 20,130 | |
| TR | 0 | #1,249 | 6 | 19,440 | |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #1,335 | 137 | 10,046 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,689 | 3 | 28,008 |
Horst is popular in 52 countries — most recent births per country:
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