Hamilton vs Kerry

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

Kerry

Boy #2,690 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark, dark-featured"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,690
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Hamilton Rank #2,653
Kerry Rank #2,690

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 vs #2690 for Kerry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamilton or Kerry more popular?

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 compared to Kerry at #2690 in the United States.

What do Hamilton and Kerry mean?

Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin). Kerry means "dark, dark-featured" (Old Irish origin).

Are Hamilton and Kerry boy or girl names?

Hamilton is primarily a boy name. Kerry is primarily a boy name.

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