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Lots of exercises that build the glutes that aren't weighted hip thrusts.
Absolutely there are. None that isolate the glutes so well, though.
For me, it's not so much about working the glute, but not working the hamstrings and / or lower back. As an accessory lift - I'm not sure I'd want to do it instead of squats, say.
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Lots of exercises that build the glutes that aren't weighted hip thrusts.
I think hip thrusts are popular with women as it allows for a disproportionately high amount of weight/load on the glutes without requiring as high upper body strength. Deadlift and squats require considerably more arms, shoulders.
Easier to set up for higher weights too.
If you were lifting for mainly aesthetic reasons and not performance, then slim upper body and comparatively juicy legs and butt is a popular look.