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Hamilton

Hamilton ranks #355 out of 6,032 boy dog names in our data (the #1 boy dog name is Charlie). Across all 9 places, 116 dogs carry the name. It's also a cat name: #440 among boy cat names.
Hamilton's popularity trend

Hamilton's share of dogs, year by year — or toggle to its yearly rank. Peak year by share: 2025.

0.01%0.02%200720112015201920232025
Dogs in our data
116
across 9 places
Popularity rank
#355
of 6,032 boy dog names
5-year rank move
+318
2020 → 2025
Gender split
98% boys
2% girls98% boys
What does Hamilton mean?
/ˈhæməltən/3 syllablesOrigin: a surname

Hamilton began as a Scottish place name and surname, built from Old English elements usually explained as hamel, 'blunt' or 'flat-topped,' and dun, 'hill.' It later became an established given name, carried into wider recognition by notable historical figures who've shared it.

Hamilton has a distinguished, slightly formal ring — a good match for a composed, confident companion who seems to know exactly how impressive they are.

Etymology & pronunciation from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0).

Where Hamilton shows up

Hamilton's share of each place's counted dogs. Places count differently — hover a Share figure for the basis. Click a heading to sort.

SeattleUnited States of America0.0%
New York CityUnited States of America0.0%
BurnsideAustralia0.0%
CambridgeUnited States of America0.0%
Allegheny CountyUnited States of America0.0%
Maple RidgeCanada0.0%
WorcesterUnited States of America0.0%
PlayfordAustralia0.0%

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