Hamish
Hamish is a boys' name of Scottish origin meaning “supplanter.” Hamish is the Anglicized form of the Scottish Gaelic name Seumas (James).
how do you pronounce Hamish?
HAY-mish
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what does Hamish mean?
The name Hamish means “supplanter.” It comes from the Scottish language tradition.
Hamish is the Anglicized form of the Scottish Gaelic name Seumas (James). It became distinctly Scottish, separating from the English 'James' tradition. The name carries a warm, approachable quality and is strongly associated with Scottish Highland culture and identity.
who are famous people named Hamish?
- Hamish Macbeth (fictional Scottish policeman)
- Hamish Blake (Australian comedian)
- Hamish Linklater (American actor)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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