The correct spelling of the name "Hurlbut" is a combination of two separate words: "hurl" and "but". The first word, "hurl", is spelled using the IPA phonetic transcription as /hɜːl/, indicating a sound produced in the back of the throat. The second word, "but", is spelled as /bʌt/, indicating a short vowel sound followed by a consonant. When combined, the two words create the unique spelling of "Hurlbut". Pronounced as /hɜːlbʌt/, the name is commonly found as a surname in English-speaking countries.