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Nick vs Hampton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nick

Boy #1,422 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek Nikolaos

Cultural Roots

English American Greek Australian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,422
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

44 High Risk

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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

Nick Rank #1,422
Hampton Rank #1,522

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1522 for Hampton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Hampton more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Hampton at #1522 in the United States.

What do Nick and Hampton mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Hampton means "high settlement or estate" (Old English origin).

Are Nick and Hampton boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Hampton is primarily a boy name.

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