Hamish Matherne

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Hamish Matherne — supplanter
180K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Hamish Matherne 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 Matherne: Beverly Matherne (born 1946), American writer and poet Samantha Matherne, American philosopher Wayne Matherne (born 1949), retired Canadian football player Brian Matherne, a coach in a sex abuse case in the archdiocese of Gregory Michael Aymond Ethel Jeanne Matherne (1916–2002), wife of educator and businessman Cliff Ammons Londa Jean Matherne, wife of Harry Connick Sr. 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: Matherne

English

Beverly Matherne (born 1946), American writer and poet Samantha Matherne, American philosopher Wayne Matherne (born 1949), retired Canadian football player Brian Matherne, a coach in a sex abuse case in the archdiocese of Gregory Michael Aymond Ethel Jeanne Matherne (1916–2002), wife of educator and businessman Cliff Ammons Londa Jean Matherne, wife of Harry Connick Sr.

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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 Matherne

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 Matherne:

7
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Matherne?
The surname Matherne originates from English. Beverly Matherne (born 1946), American writer and poet Samantha Matherne, American philosopher Wayne Matherne (born 1949), retired Canadian football player Brian Matherne, a coach in a sex abuse case in the archdiocese of Gregory Michael Aymond Ethel Jeanne Matherne (1916–2002), wife of educator and businessman Cliff Ammons Londa Jean Matherne, wife of Harry Connick Sr.
What are the origins of the name Hamish Matherne?
The name Hamish Matherne combines two different traditions: the first name Hamish has Hebrew roots, while the surname Matherne originates from English.
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