Hamp Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: Hamp //hæmp//
Origin: English; Old English
Meaning: Home; enclosure (Old English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hamp is believed to derive from the Old English personal name "Hampa," which itself is thought to have roots in the Proto-Germanic word "*hamaz," meaning "home" or "enclosure." This etymological path suggests a connection to notions of safety and domesticity, reflecting the importance of home in early Germanic cultures. The name likely evolved through various forms, including Middle English adaptations, before entering the lexicon of modern English names.
Historically, the name Hamp has been associated with several notable figures, particularly in the context of English history. One significant milestone is its appearance in the 17th century, during which the name was borne by prominent individuals such as John Hampden, a key figure in the English Civil War (1642-1651).
Hampden's opposition to King Charles I and his advocacy for the rights of Parliament have made the name resonate in discussions of English governance and civil liberties. This historical context has contributed to the name's enduring legacy.
Culturally, the name Hamp has been linked to themes of resilience and strength, often evoking images of steadfastness in the face of adversity. The name's association with home and protection aligns with traditional values in many cultures, where names are often chosen for their meanings and the virtues they represent.
While diminutive forms such as "Hampy" may exist, they are less documented in historical texts. Overall, the name Hamp carries with it a rich tapestry of linguistic roots and historical significance, reflecting the values and narratives of the societies that have embraced it.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hamp was first seen in the United States in 1880.
Hamp has ranked as high as #2848 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and South Carolina.
In the past 5 years the name Hamp has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Hamp is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Hamp was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Hamp.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 6 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 | 7 |
| 1969 | 10 | 10 |
| 1967 | 5 | 5 |
| 1966 | 10 | 10 |
| 1964 | 6 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1962 | 8 | 8 |
| 1961 | 7 | 7 |
| 1960 | 8 | 8 |
| 1959 | 7 | 7 |
| 1958 | 9 | 9 |
| 1957 | 10 | 10 |
| 1956 | 10 | 10 |
| 1955 | 9 | 9 |
| 1954 | 6 | 6 |
| 1953 | 11 | 11 |
| 1952 | 9 | 9 |
| 1951 | 12 | 12 |
| 1950 | 21 | 21 |
| 1949 | 11 | 11 |
| 1948 | 19 | 19 |
| 1947 | 17 | 17 |
| 1946 | 10 | 10 |
| 1945 | 14 | 14 |
| 1944 | 14 | 14 |
| 1943 | 17 | 17 |
| 1942 | 7 | 7 |
| 1941 | 18 | 18 |
| 1940 | 6 | 6 |
| 1939 | 12 | 12 |
| 1938 | 8 | 8 |
| 1937 | 16 | 16 |
| 1936 | 13 | 13 |
| 1935 | 11 | 11 |
| 1934 | 15 | 15 |
| 1933 | 26 | 26 |
| 1932 | 10 | 10 |
| 1931 | 13 | 13 |
| 1930 | 14 | 14 |
| 1929 | 15 | 15 |
| 1928 | 8 | 8 |
| 1927 | 15 | 15 |
| 1926 | 23 | 23 |
| 1925 | 20 | 20 |
| 1924 | 17 | 17 |
| 1923 | 24 | 24 |
| 1922 | 16 | 16 |
| 1921 | 14 | 14 |
| 1920 | 27 | 27 |
| 1919 | 20 | 20 |
| 1918 | 24 | 24 |
| 1917 | 20 | 20 |
| 1916 | 25 | 25 |
| 1915 | 22 | 22 |
| 1914 | 17 | 17 |
| 1913 | 11 | 11 |
| 1912 | 12 | 12 |
| 1911 | 10 | 10 |
| 1910 | 13 | 13 |
| 1909 | 14 | 14 |
| 1908 | 8 | 8 |
| 1907 | 14 | 14 |
| 1906 | 6 | 6 |
| 1905 | 9 | 9 |
| 1904 | 6 | 6 |
| 1903 | 6 | 6 |
| 1902 | 11 | 11 |
| 1900 | 13 | 13 |
| 1899 | 6 | 6 |
| 1898 | 8 | 8 |
| 1897 | 5 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 | 5 |
| 1895 | 9 | 9 |
| 1894 | 5 | 5 |
| 1893 | 7 | 7 |
| 1892 | 16 | 16 |
| 1891 | 10 | 10 |
| 1890 | 13 | 13 |
| 1889 | 12 | 12 |
| 1888 | 8 | 8 |
| 1887 | 12 | 12 |
| 1886 | 11 | 11 |
| 1885 | 7 | 7 |
| 1884 | 8 | 8 |
| 1883 | 8 | 8 |
| 1882 | 12 | 12 |
| 1881 | 12 | 12 |
| 1880 | 9 | 9 |
Top States for Hamp (1950)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |