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Hamilton vs Matt

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matt

Boy #2,802 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gift of God, gift of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,802
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hamilton Rank #2,653
Matt Rank #2,802

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 vs #2802 for Matt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamilton or Matt more popular?

Hamilton is more popular, ranked #2653 compared to Matt at #2802 in the United States.

What do Hamilton and Matt mean?

Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin). Matt means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hamilton and Matt boy or girl names?

Hamilton is primarily a boy name. Matt is primarily a boy name.

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