Hamilton vs Elan

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 #2,632 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"tree, oak tree"

Origin: Hebrew

Israeli Jewish French American

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Hamilton Rank #2,653

Elan Rank #2,632

Elan is more popular, ranked #2632 vs #2653 for Hamilton.

Is Hamilton or Elan more popular?

Elan is more popular, ranked #2632 compared to Hamilton at #2653 in the United States.

What do Hamilton and Elan mean?

Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin). Elan means "tree, oak tree" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hamilton and Elan boy or girl names?

Hamilton is primarily a boy name. Elan is primarily a boy name.