Dempsey vs Hamilton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dempsey

Boy #2,845 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"proud descendant, son of the proud one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,845
Total SSA Count: 45
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

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Rony Child Zayde Hart

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Hamilton

Boy #2,653 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"flat-topped hill settlement"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

Cultural Roots

American Scottish English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,653
Total SSA Count: 50
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dempsey Rank #2,845

Hamilton Rank #2,653

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 vs #2845 for Dempsey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dempsey or Hamilton more popular?

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 compared to Dempsey at #2845 in the United States.

What do Dempsey and Hamilton mean?

Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Dempsey and Hamilton boy or girl names?

Dempsey is primarily a boy name. Hamilton is primarily a boy name.

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