Hamish Clare

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Hamish Clare — supplanter
180K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Hamish Clare is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Hamish is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Scottish Gaelic vocative form of Seumas (James), from Hebrew Ya'akov. Distinctively Scottish, heard in the Highlands for centuries. The surname Clare: Alex Clare (born 1985), English singer-songwriter Alfred Clare (1851–1912), English Registrar Alys Clare (real name Elizabeth Harris, born 1944), author of English historical whodunnit novels Anthony Clare (1942–2007), Irish psychiatrist and broadcaster Cassandra Clare (real name Judith Rumelt, born 1973), American author of young adult fiction Craig Clare (born 1984), New Zealand professional rugby union player Daryl Clare (born 1978), Jersey-born Irish professional footballer and manager Denny Clare (1853–1928), American baseball player Diane Clare (1938–2013), English film and television ac. Hamish is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 180K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Hamish reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Hamish

Meaning: supplanter

Hebrew

Scottish Gaelic vocative form of Seumas (James), from Hebrew Ya'akov. Distinctively Scottish, heard in the Highlands for centuries.

Surname: Clare

Irish

Alex Clare (born 1985), English singer-songwriter Alfred Clare (1851–1912), English Registrar Alys Clare (real name Elizabeth Harris, born 1944), author of English historical whodunnit novels Anthony Clare (1942–2007), Irish psychiatrist and broadcaster Cassandra Clare (real name Judith Rumelt, born 1973), American author of young adult fiction Craig Clare (born 1984), New Zealand professional rugby union player Daryl Clare (born 1978), Jersey-born Irish professional footballer and manager Denny Clare (1853–1928), American baseball player Diane Clare (1938–2013), English film and television ac.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United Kingdom 82%
Australia 12%
New Zealand 6%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Hamish has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • James
  • Jamie
  • Seamus
  • Giacomo

Notable People Named Hamish Clare

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 Hamish Clare:

7
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Hamish?
The first name Hamish originates from Hebrew. Scottish Gaelic vocative form of Seumas (James), from Hebrew Ya'akov. Distinctively Scottish, heard in the Highlands for centuries.
When was Hamish most popular?
The name Hamish reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Clare?
The surname Clare originates from Irish. Alex Clare (born 1985), English singer-songwriter Alfred Clare (1851–1912), English Registrar Alys Clare (real name Elizabeth Harris, born 1944), author of English historical whodunnit novels Anthony Clare (1942–2007), Irish psychiatrist and broadcaster Cassandra Clare (real name Judith Rumelt, born 1973), American author of young adult fiction Craig Clare (born 1984), New Zealand professional rugby union player Daryl Clare (born 1978), Jersey-born Irish professional footballer and manager Denny Clare (1853–1928), American baseball player Diane Clare (1938–2013), English film and television ac.
What are the origins of the name Hamish Clare?
The name Hamish Clare combines two different traditions: the first name Hamish has Hebrew roots, while the surname Clare originates from Irish.
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