Hamilton vs Oliver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Ham, Hammy, Hami

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Hamilton Rank #2,653
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2653 for Hamilton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hamilton ___

  • Hamilton James
  • Hamilton Alexander
  • Hamilton Lee
  • Hamilton Reed
  • Hamilton Gray
  • Hamilton Cole

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hamilton

Jefferson Lincoln Monroe Eliza Madison

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamilton or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Hamilton at #2653 in the United States.

What do Hamilton and Oliver mean?

Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Hamilton and Oliver boy or girl names?

Hamilton is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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