Hammond Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hammond Name at a Glance

Name	Hammond
Meaning	Derived from the Old German word Haimund for house or home protector. A variant of Hamo used more frequently as a surname, rather than as a first name. Famous Bearer: Hammond Innes.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Hammond Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hammond means “Derived from the Old German word Haimund for house or home protector. A variant of Hamo used more frequently as a surname, rather than as a first name. Famous Bearer: Hammond Innes”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Hammond Name Origin

Our database records Hammond under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Hammond a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Hammond is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Hammond

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