Hoyte

Hoyte is a personal name that appears as both a given name and a surname. It is found in English-speaking contexts and in Dutch-speaking communities, among others. The exact origin of the name is uncertain, and it may be related to other names such as Hoyt in some cases.

As a given name, Hoyte is associated notably with Hoyte van Hoytema, a photographer and cinematographer who has worked on major films including Interstellar and Dunkirk.

As a surname, Hoyte is found in Guyana and the Caribbean. Desmond Hoyte (1929–2002) was a prominent Guyanese politician who served as President of Guyana from 1985 to 1992.

Today, Hoyte remains relatively uncommon as a given name or surname, but it appears in various national and professional contexts.