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Errol vs Hamish

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Errol

Boy #6,143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"earl, nobleman"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Caribbean American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,143
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Hamish

Boy #6,152 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew via Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,152
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Errol Rank #6,143
Hamish Rank #6,152

Errol is more popular, ranked #6143 vs #6152 for Hamish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Errol or Hamish more popular?

Errol is more popular, ranked #6143 compared to Hamish at #6152 in the United States.

What do Errol and Hamish mean?

Errol means "earl, nobleman" (English origin). Hamish means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Gaelic origin).

Are Errol and Hamish boy or girl names?

Errol is primarily a boy name. Hamish is primarily a boy name.

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