Hamish
Meaning
Supplanter
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/həˈmɪʃ/
Traits associated with the name Hamish:
Dogs named Hamish tend to be loving, industrious, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Hamish?
Naming your dog Hamish suggests that you have an appreciation for traditional Scottish culture and may have a fondness for the country. It also suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name.
Is Hamish a good dog name?
Hamish has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Hamish isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Hamish is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Hamish was, in the past month, the 1523rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Hamish is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Hamish was viewed 29 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Hamish's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Hamish is most adored in Arizona, New York and Michigan.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Oklahoma and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Hamish.
Most popular breeds named Hamish:
- West Highland White Terrier
- Cocker Spaniel
- Beagle
- Dachshund
- Boxer
Hamish is found in these categories:
scottish
A popular Scottish variant of the name James.
Dog names like Hamish:
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