Hamilton vs Buck

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Buck

Boy #2,489 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"male deer, strong young man"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,489
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

23 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hamilton Rank #2,653
Buck Rank #2,489

Buck is more popular, ranked #2489 vs #2653 for Hamilton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamilton or Buck more popular?

Buck is more popular, ranked #2489 compared to Hamilton at #2653 in the United States.

What do Hamilton and Buck mean?

Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin). Buck means "male deer, strong young man" (Old English origin).

Are Hamilton and Buck boy or girl names?

Hamilton is primarily a boy name. Buck is primarily a boy name.

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