Jersey vs Hamilton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jersey

Boy #2,588 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Geirrapos island, grassy island"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

American English British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,588
Total SSA Count
52
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Hamilton

Boy #2,653 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"flat-topped hill settlement"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

Cultural Roots

American Scottish English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,653
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jersey Rank #2,588
Hamilton Rank #2,653

Jersey is more popular, ranked #2588 vs #2653 for Hamilton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jersey or Hamilton more popular?

Jersey is more popular, ranked #2588 compared to Hamilton at #2653 in the United States.

What do Jersey and Hamilton mean?

Jersey means "Geirrapos island, grassy island" (Old Norse origin). Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Jersey and Hamilton boy or girl names?

Jersey is primarily a boy name. Hamilton is primarily a boy name.

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