Hamish Samora

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Hamish Samora — supplanter
180K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Hamish Samora 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 Samora: Samora is a unisex given name and a surname. People with the name include: Samora Fihlani (born 1985), South African rugby union player Samora Goodson (born 1984), American football player Samora Khulu (died 2008), South African football player Samora Machel (1933–1986), Mozambican military commander and political leader Samora Smallwood, Canadian actress and writer Samora Yunis (born 1949), Ethiopian military officer Surname Julian Samora (1920–1996), American scholar Rogério Samora (1958–2021), Portuguese actor 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: Samora

Spanish

Samora is a unisex given name and a surname. People with the name include: Samora Fihlani (born 1985), South African rugby union player Samora Goodson (born 1984), American football player Samora Khulu (died 2008), South African football player Samora Machel (1933–1986), Mozambican military commander and political leader Samora Smallwood, Canadian actress and writer Samora Yunis (born 1949), Ethiopian military officer Surname Julian Samora (1920–1996), American scholar Rogério Samora (1958–2021), Portuguese actor

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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 Samora

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 Samora:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Samora?
The surname Samora originates from Spanish. Samora is a unisex given name and a surname. People with the name include: Samora Fihlani (born 1985), South African rugby union player Samora Goodson (born 1984), American football player Samora Khulu (died 2008), South African football player Samora Machel (1933–1986), Mozambican military commander and political leader Samora Smallwood, Canadian actress and writer Samora Yunis (born 1949), Ethiopian military officer Surname Julian Samora (1920–1996), American scholar Rogério Samora (1958–2021), Portuguese actor
What are the origins of the name Hamish Samora?
The name Hamish Samora combines two different traditions: the first name Hamish has Hebrew roots, while the surname Samora originates from Spanish.
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