Dixon vs Hamilton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dixon

Boy #2,671 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Dick, son of Richard"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,671
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Dixon Rank #2,671
Hamilton Rank #2,653

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 vs #2671 for Dixon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dixon or Hamilton more popular?

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 compared to Dixon at #2671 in the United States.

What do Dixon and Hamilton mean?

Dixon means "son of Dick, son of Richard" (Middle English origin). Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Dixon and Hamilton boy or girl names?

Dixon is primarily a boy name. Hamilton is primarily a boy name.

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