NAME PROFILE
Hampton
Hampton is of Old English origin, meaning 'home settlement' or 'homestead.' It conveys a sense of warmth, community, and belonging. The name suggests a person who values family ties and creates a nurturing environment for others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,039 |
| Gender | Male (37% / 63%) |
| Peak year | 2025 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
⚡ Modern Favorite
Top States
SC — 34%NC — 22%GA — 17%VA — 16%AL — 11%
Notable People
Hampton Sides (Author, *Blood and Thunder*) · Hampton Hawes (Jazz musician) · Hampton Court (Historical palace in England) · Hampton Inn (Hotel chain) · Hampton Roads (Region in Virginia, notable for its military presence)
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