Gareth vs Hamilton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gareth

Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #2,653 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"flat-topped hill settlement"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

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Gareth Rank #2,658

Hamilton Rank #2,653

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 vs #2658 for Gareth.

Is Gareth or Hamilton more popular?

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 compared to Gareth at #2658 in the United States.

What do Gareth and Hamilton mean?

Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin). Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Gareth and Hamilton boy or girl names?

Gareth is primarily a boy name. Hamilton is primarily a boy name.