Hampton vs Kelly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hampton

Boy #1,522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"high settlement or estate"

Origin: Old English

American English WASP/preppy American

✓ All Clear

Boy #1,576 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright-headed warrior"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish American English Australian

23 High Risk

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Hampton Rank #1,522

Kelly Rank #1,576

Hampton is more popular, ranked #1522 vs #1576 for Kelly.

Is Hampton or Kelly more popular?

Hampton is more popular, ranked #1522 compared to Kelly at #1576 in the United States.

What do Hampton and Kelly mean?

Hampton means "high settlement or estate" (Old English origin). Kelly means "bright-headed warrior" (Old Irish origin).

Are Hampton and Kelly boy or girl names?

Hampton is primarily a boy name. Kelly is primarily a boy name.