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Pierson vs Hampton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pierson

Boy #1,460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Peter (son of the rock)"

Origin: Old English/Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,460
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Pierson Rank #1,460
Hampton Rank #1,522

Pierson is more popular, ranked #1460 vs #1522 for Hampton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pierson or Hampton more popular?

Pierson is more popular, ranked #1460 compared to Hampton at #1522 in the United States.

What do Pierson and Hampton mean?

Pierson means "son of Peter (son of the rock)" (Old English/Norman French origin). Hampton means "high settlement or estate" (Old English origin).

Are Pierson and Hampton boy or girl names?

Pierson is primarily a boy name. Hampton is primarily a boy name.

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