Hamilton vs Reef

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hamilton

Boy #2,653 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"flat-topped hill settlement"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

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Boy #2,557 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"ridge of rock or coral beneath the sea"

Origin: English

Australian American English

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Hamilton Rank #2,653

Reef Rank #2,557

Reef is more popular, ranked #2557 vs #2653 for Hamilton.

Is Hamilton or Reef more popular?

Reef is more popular, ranked #2557 compared to Hamilton at #2653 in the United States.

What do Hamilton and Reef mean?

Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin). Reef means "ridge of rock or coral beneath the sea" (English origin).

Are Hamilton and Reef boy or girl names?

Hamilton is primarily a boy name. Reef is primarily a boy name.