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Hamish vs Calhoun

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calhoun

Boy #6,030 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the narrow forest"

Origin: Irish/Scottish Gaelic Colquhoun

Cultural Roots

American Irish Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,030
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hamish Rank #6,152
Calhoun Rank #6,030

Calhoun is more popular, ranked #6030 vs #6152 for Hamish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamish or Calhoun more popular?

Calhoun is more popular, ranked #6030 compared to Hamish at #6152 in the United States.

What do Hamish and Calhoun mean?

Hamish means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Gaelic origin). Calhoun means "from the narrow forest" (Irish/Scottish Gaelic Colquhoun origin).

Are Hamish and Calhoun boy or girl names?

Hamish is primarily a boy name. Calhoun is primarily a boy name.

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