Hamish

englishscottishBoy★★★☆☆ Moderate

Origin and Meaning

The name Hamish is a boy's name of english and scottish origin meaning “supplanter”.

Hamish is a Scottish variant of James, which itself originates from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning 'supplanter'. Popular in Scotland, Hamish has a warm and friendly sound that gives it an approachable feel. It's been a staple in Scottish naming traditions for generations and carries a rustic charm. While not widely used outside of Scotland, it has gained a few devoted followers elsewhere. Often, Hamish is simply used without nicknames, due to its already accessible nature.

At a Glance

Originenglish, scottish
GenderBoy
Meaningsupplanter
Popularity★★★☆☆ (5/10)
Syllables2
Starts withH
Stylesclassic, traditional

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