Hampton vs Nate

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
Nicknames
Hamp, Ham

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

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

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

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hampton ___

  • Hampton James
  • Hampton William
  • Hampton Edward
  • Hampton Lee
  • Hampton Grant

Nate ___

  • Nate James
  • Nate Thomas
  • Nate Alexander
  • Nate William
  • Nate Michael
  • Nate Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Nate

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hampton or Nate more popular?

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

What do Hampton and Nate mean?

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

Are Hampton and Nate boy or girl names?

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

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