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Hamilton
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About Hamilton
Steeped in history yet feeling entirely current, Hamilton carries gravitas that few names can match. This distinguished choice evokes images of founding fathers, Broadway stages, and old-money elegance, yet never feels stuffy or outdated. The name's three syllables provide substantial presence, commanding respect in any setting from classroom roll call to executive meetings. Hamilton offers built-in nickname potential with "Ham" or "Tony," allowing personality-driven variations as boys grow. Parents selecting this name often value heritage, intellect, and cultural significance, seeking something that honors tradition while feeling relevant today. The recent cultural renaissance around this name has introduced it to new generations, making it simultaneously classic and contemporary. It suggests sophistication, intelligence, and a certain worldliness that sets expectations for achievement. Hamilton works beautifully with shorter middle names, creating pleasing balance. For families seeking a name with substance, character, and unmistakable presence, Hamilton stands as an exceptional choice.
Popularity of the Name Hamilton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #432 |
| 1881 | #449 |
| 1882 | #479 |
| 1883 | #347 |
| 1884 | #440 |
| 1885 | #731 |
| 1886 | #439 |
| 1887 | #563 |
| 1888 | #967 |
| 1889 | #436 |
| 1890 | #776 |
| 1891 | #485 |
| 1892 | #895 |
| 1893 | #954 |
| 1894 | #900 |
| 1895 | #539 |
| 1896 | #929 |
| 1897 | #593 |
| 1898 | #679 |
| 1899 | #509 |
| 1900 | #565 |
| 1901 | #572 |
| 1902 | #624 |
| 1903 | #537 |
| 1904 | #836 |
| 1905 | #764 |
| 1906 | #727 |
| 1907 | #837 |
| 1908 | #458 |
| 1909 | #976 |
| 1910 | #896 |
| 1911 | #632 |
| 1912 | #618 |
| 1913 | #726 |
| 1914 | #626 |
| 1915 | #725 |
| 1916 | #683 |
| 1917 | #682 |
| 1918 | #785 |
| 1919 | #719 |
| 1920 | #881 |
| 1921 | #783 |
| 1922 | #845 |
| 1923 | #862 |
| 1924 | #756 |
| 1925 | #826 |
| 1926 | #807 |
| 1927 | #968 |
| 1929 | #925 |
| 1930 | #986 |
| 1931 | #833 |
| 1933 | #912 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Hamilton
Names Similar to Hamilton
Nicknames for Hamilton
- Ham
- Hammy
- Tony
- Milt
Famous People Named Hamilton
| Alexander Hamilton | Founding Father of the United States |
| Lewis Hamilton | Formula One racing driver |
| Hamilton Fish | American statesman |
| Hamilton Jordan | Chief of Staff to President Jimmy Carter |
| Hamilton Howard "Albert" Fish | Infamous serial killer |
| Hamilton O. Smith | Nobel laureate in medicine |
| Hamilton Naki | South African heart transplant surgeon |
| Hamilton Mourão | Vice President of Brazil |
| Hamilton Wright Mabie | American essayist |
| Hamilton Deane | Irish playwright |
| Hamilton Leithauser | Lead singer of The Walkmen |
| Hamilton Luske | Disney animator and director |
| Hamilton C. S. Pereira | Brazilian mathematician |
| Hamilton Holt | American educator |
| Hamilton Reynolds | American politician |
| Hamilton Masakadza | Former Zimbabwean cricketer |
| Hamilton Bennett | Canadian architect |
| Hamilton McWhorter | American football player |
| Hamilton Basso | American author |
| Hamilton Greene | British Army officer |
Characters Named Hamilton
| Hamilton Burger | Perry Mason series |
| Hamilton "Ham" Porter | The Sandlot |
| Hamilton Hill | Batman comics |
| Hamilton Storm | X-Force comics |
| Hamilton Fleming | Dynasty TV series |
| Hamilton "Ham" Brooks | The Sun Is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon |
| Hamilton "Ham" Logan | Artemis Fowl series by Eoin Colfer |
| Hamilton "Ham" Navarre | Prince of Thorns by Mark Lawrence |
| Hamilton "Ham" Trager | Sons of Anarchy TV series |
| Hamilton "Ham" Mayfair | Bloodlines by Richelle Mead |
| Hamilton "Ham" Gamgee | The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien |
| Hamilton "Ham" Dinger | PAW Patrol children's TV series |
| Hamilton "Ham" Holt | The Umbrella Academy comics/TV series |
| Hamilton "Ham" Lincoln | Scary Movie 5 |
| Hamilton "Ham" Arnett | The Secret Circle TV series |
| Hamilton "Ham" Byrd | King of the Hill TV series |
| Hamilton "Ham" Greenthumb | My Little Pony - Friendship Is Magic |
| Hamilton "Ham" Aznable | Mobile Suit Gundam series |
| Hamilton "Ham" Sherman | The Fairly OddParents TV series |