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Hamish

HAY-mish

Popularity

#5982

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Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Scottish

Total Births

350

Peak Year

#25 in 2017

First Recorded

1981

Style

Vintage, Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Scottish form of James, meaning 'supplanter'.

Nickname Watch

HamHami

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Hamish Linklater

    American actor, known for TV and film.

  • Hamish Watson

    Scottish Rugby Union player.

Nicknames

HamHami

Similar Names

JamesJamieCameronAngus

Personality Traits

LoyalCharmingReliableIntelligent

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