Hammond Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAM-mund / /ˈhæm.ʌnd/English; German
Meaning
English: home; German: brave protector
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hammond is derived from the Old French name 'Hamon', which itself comes from the Germanic name 'Haimund'. It has been used as a surname in England since the Norman Conquest. The name has historical significance in various regions, particularly in England, where it has been associated with nobility and landowners.
Trend Summary
The name Hammond has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ham
- Hammondson
International Variants
- Hamon (French)
- Hammond (Scottish)
Famous people named Hammond
Hammond B3: A famous electric organ known for its use in jazz and rock music.
Hammond Innes: A British author known for his adventure novels.
Hammond Eggleston: An American politician who served in the state legislature.
Hammond, Indiana: A city named after the Hammond family, known for its industrial history.
Fictional characters named Hammond
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hammond was first seen in the United States in 1892. Hammond has ranked as high as #857 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Georgia, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Hammond has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hammond (1919)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 16 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 27 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2023 | 5 |