Herbert vs Hamilton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Herbert

Boy #2,474 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright army, famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,653 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"flat-topped hill settlement"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

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Herbert Rank #2,474

Hamilton Rank #2,653

Herbert is more popular, ranked #2474 vs #2653 for Hamilton.

Is Herbert or Hamilton more popular?

Herbert is more popular, ranked #2474 compared to Hamilton at #2653 in the United States.

What do Herbert and Hamilton mean?

Herbert means "bright army, famous warrior" (Germanic origin). Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Herbert and Hamilton boy or girl names?

Herbert is primarily a boy name. Hamilton is primarily a boy name.