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Hamish vs Lord

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lord

Boy #6,351 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one of high authority, master"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,351
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hamish Rank #6,152
Lord Rank #6,351

Hamish is more popular, ranked #6152 vs #6351 for Lord.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamish or Lord more popular?

Hamish is more popular, ranked #6152 compared to Lord at #6351 in the United States.

What do Hamish and Lord mean?

Hamish means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Gaelic origin). Lord means "one of high authority, master" (Old English origin).

Are Hamish and Lord boy or girl names?

Hamish is primarily a boy name. Lord is primarily a boy name.

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