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Nate vs Hampton

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

Nate Rank #1,571
Hampton Rank #1,522

Hampton is more popular, ranked #1522 vs #1571 for Nate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nate or Hampton more popular?

Hampton is more popular, ranked #1522 compared to Nate at #1571 in the United States.

What do Nate and Hampton mean?

Nate means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Hampton means "high settlement or estate" (Old English origin).

Are Nate and Hampton boy or girl names?

Nate is primarily a boy name. Hampton is primarily a boy name.

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