Hamilton Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hamilton Name at a Glance

Name	Hamilton
Meaning	A Scottish surname and place name of one of the great noble families of Scotland, and used as a given name since the 19th century.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Hamilton Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hamilton means “A Scottish surname and place name of one of the great noble families of Scotland, and used as a given name since the 19th century”. 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.

Hamilton Name Origin

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

Is Hamilton a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Hamilton

When considering Hamilton for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.