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Hampton vs Phineas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hampton

Boy #1,522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"high settlement or estate"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English WASP/preppy American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,522
Total SSA Count
116
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hampton Rank #1,522
Phineas Rank #1,540

Hampton is more popular, ranked #1522 vs #1540 for Phineas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hampton or Phineas more popular?

Hampton is more popular, ranked #1522 compared to Phineas at #1540 in the United States.

What do Hampton and Phineas mean?

Hampton means "high settlement or estate" (Old English origin). Phineas means "oracle, mouth of brass" (Hebrew (Pinchas) origin).

Are Hampton and Phineas boy or girl names?

Hampton is primarily a boy name. Phineas is primarily a boy name.

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