NAME PROFILE
Hamilton
Hamilton is an English surname turned given name, deriving from a place name in Scotland. It conveys a sense of heritage and strength, often associated with leadership and innovation.
Key Stats
| Total births | 6,517 |
| Gender | Male (27% / 73%) |
| Peak year | 2016 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 25%NY — 23%TX — 23%GA — 22%FL — 7%
Notable People
Alexander Hamilton (Founding Father, first Secretary of the Treasury) · Lin-Manuel Miranda (Creator and star of the musical *Hamilton*) · George Hamilton (Actor, *Love at First Bite*) · Hamilton, the musical (A Broadway show about Alexander Hamilton) · Hamilton Beach (Known for kitchen appliances)
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