Hamilton vs Bowman

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hamilton

Boy #2,653 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"flat-topped hill settlement"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

American Scottish English Canadian

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Boy #2,526 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"archer, bow-wielder"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Hamilton Rank #2,653

Bowman Rank #2,526

Bowman is more popular, ranked #2526 vs #2653 for Hamilton.

Is Hamilton or Bowman more popular?

Bowman is more popular, ranked #2526 compared to Hamilton at #2653 in the United States.

What do Hamilton and Bowman mean?

Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin). Bowman means "archer, bow-wielder" (Old English origin).

Are Hamilton and Bowman boy or girl names?

Hamilton is primarily a boy name. Bowman is primarily a boy name.