How Many People Are Named Hamish?
Complete statistics for the name Hamish: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Hamish is a Scottish form of James, meaning "supplanter," and it's one of the rarest names you'll encounter in the United States. Only about 346 people living in the US carry this name today, which works out to roughly 1 in 953,840 Americans. It's clearly on the rise, though, hitting a peak of 25 births in 2017.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 4 represents stability, hard work, and practical determination. It's a number tied to building strong foundations, and people with this path tend to be disciplined, loyal, and deeply reliable.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 13All 350 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2017Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Hamish Through the Generations
Hamish is a name that's almost entirely confined to the youngest generation in America. Of the 346 people estimated to be living with this name today, a striking 334 are under 30 years old, while just 16 fall between 30 and 60. There aren't any bearers over 60 at all, which tells you this name didn't have a foothold in the US until quite recently. That 95% concentration among younger Americans makes it a genuinely modern arrival. The trend line has been rising steadily, and 2017 marked the name's peak year with 25 births recorded. It's worth knowing that the average age of someone named Hamish in the US is just 13, reinforcing how fresh this name feels on American soil. Globally, the picture looks quite different, with 21,432 living bearers worldwide and a world rank of 35,899. New Zealand is where you'll find it most commonly outside the US, reflecting its strong roots in English-speaking countries with Scottish heritage. The name's trajectory suggests we haven't seen its ceiling yet.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Hamish's Scottish Gaelic roots
📄 About the Name Hamish
How Many People Have the Name Hamish?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 346 people in the United States currently share the name Hamish. That works out to roughly 1 in every 953,840 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Hamish a Common or Rare Name?
Hamish is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Hamish Mean?
Hamish means "Supplanter" and comes from Scottish Gaelic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Hamish in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Hamish Most Popular?
The name Hamish reached peak popularity in 2017, with 25 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Hamish?
Approximately 346 people named Hamish live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 350. That works out to roughly 1 in 953,840 Americans.
Is Hamish a rare name?
Hamish is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 953,840 Americans has this name.
What does the name Hamish mean?
Hamish means "Supplanter" and comes from Scottish Gaelic origins.
Is Hamish more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Hamish are male and 0% are female.
When was Hamish most popular?
Hamish peaked in 2017 with 25 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.