Hamish vs Elis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elis

Boy #6,117 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is an oath"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Welsh Scandinavian Hebrew English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,117
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Hamish Rank #6,152
Elis Rank #6,117

Elis is more popular, ranked #6117 vs #6152 for Hamish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamish or Elis more popular?

Elis is more popular, ranked #6117 compared to Hamish at #6152 in the United States.

What do Hamish and Elis mean?

Hamish means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Gaelic origin). Elis means "my God is an oath" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hamish and Elis boy or girl names?

Hamish is primarily a boy name. Elis is primarily a boy name.

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