Gordon Lamp

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gordon Lamp — great hill
156K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gordon Lamp is a name that combines Scottish origins. The first name Gordon is a masculine given name of Scottish origin. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy. The surname Lamp: Lamp is a surname. Anu Lamp (born 1958), Estonian actress Charles Lamp (1895–1972), Australian politician Dennis Lamp (born 1952), American baseball pitcher Forrest Lamp (born 1994), American football player Jeff Lamp (born 1959), American basketball player Michael Lamp (born 1977), Danish badminton player Peeter Lamp (born 1944), Estonian tennis player and coach Gordon is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 156K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gordon reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gordon

Meaning: great hill

Scottish

Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.

Surname: Lamp

English

Lamp is a surname. Anu Lamp (born 1958), Estonian actress Charles Lamp (1895–1972), Australian politician Dennis Lamp (born 1952), American baseball pitcher Forrest Lamp (born 1994), American football player Jeff Lamp (born 1959), American basketball player Michael Lamp (born 1977), Danish badminton player Peeter Lamp (born 1944), Estonian tennis player and coach

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gordon is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gordon by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gordon Lamp

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gordon Lamp:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gordon?
The first name Gordon originates from Scottish. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.
When was Gordon most popular?
The name Gordon reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lamp?
The surname Lamp originates from English. Lamp is a surname. Anu Lamp (born 1958), Estonian actress Charles Lamp (1895–1972), Australian politician Dennis Lamp (born 1952), American baseball pitcher Forrest Lamp (born 1994), American football player Jeff Lamp (born 1959), American basketball player Michael Lamp (born 1977), Danish badminton player Peeter Lamp (born 1944), Estonian tennis player and coach
What are the origins of the name Gordon Lamp?
The name Gordon Lamp combines two different traditions: the first name Gordon has Scottish roots, while the surname Lamp originates from English.
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