US Popularity:9731
Origin:Scottish
Other Origin(s):Hebrew, Irish
Meaning:Supplanter, holder of the heel
Hamish is a boy’s name of Scottish origin and a variant of the Irish name Séamus. Borrowed from the Hebrew name Jacob, Hamish means “supplanter” or “holder of the heel.” Hamish also has a few famous connections that might set your little one’s sights on the Hollywood sign. From Scottish actor Hamish Clark, who appeared in Arrested Development, to American actor Hamish Linklater from Ugly Betty, Hamish could be your tiny tot’s ticket to the limelight!

Hamish Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Hamish is currently #2721 on The Bump
Boy:Hamish is currently #854 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Hamish is currently #9731 in U.S. births
Boy:Hamish is currently #3301 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#9731
in 2022
- 902
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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