Hamish Tedford

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Hamish Tedford — supplanter
180K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Hamish Tedford 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 Tedford: Surname Alfred Tedford (1877–1942), Irish rugby player James Tedford (1884–c.1949), American veteran and victim of the Bennington Triangle Jeff Tedford (born 1961), American football coach Mark Tedford (born 1969), American politician Richard H. Tedford (1929–2011), American curator Travis Tedford (born 1988), American actor William H. Tedford (1844–1917), American judge; namesake of the W.H. Tedford House Tedford H. Cann (1897–1963), American swimmer 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: Tedford

Irish

Surname Alfred Tedford (1877–1942), Irish rugby player James Tedford (1884–c.1949), American veteran and victim of the Bennington Triangle Jeff Tedford (born 1961), American football coach Mark Tedford (born 1969), American politician Richard H. Tedford (1929–2011), American curator Travis Tedford (born 1988), American actor William H. Tedford (1844–1917), American judge; namesake of the W.H. Tedford House Tedford H. Cann (1897–1963), American swimmer

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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 Tedford

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 Tedford:

4
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Tedford?
The surname Tedford originates from Irish. Surname Alfred Tedford (1877–1942), Irish rugby player James Tedford (1884–c.1949), American veteran and victim of the Bennington Triangle Jeff Tedford (born 1961), American football coach Mark Tedford (born 1969), American politician Richard H. Tedford (1929–2011), American curator Travis Tedford (born 1988), American actor William H. Tedford (1844–1917), American judge; namesake of the W.H. Tedford House Tedford H. Cann (1897–1963), American swimmer
What are the origins of the name Hamish Tedford?
The name Hamish Tedford combines two different traditions: the first name Hamish has Hebrew roots, while the surname Tedford originates from Irish.
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