Origin and Meaning of Hamish

Supplanter

Origin: Scottish - Hamish is derived from the Old French name 'Haimon', which is a version of the name James ('Supplanter' in Hebrew). The name traditionally signifies one who supplants or replaces.

• Hamish is a traditional Scottish form of the name James, primarily used in Scotland and among Scottish diaspora communities.
• The name is particularly popular in Scotland but is recognized in other English-speaking countries as well.
• Notable bearers of the name include Hamish Macbeth, the fictional Scottish police officer from a series of detective novels by M.C. Beaton, and Hamish Linklater, an American actor.
• Hamish has seen varying levels of popularity, peaking in the late 20th century in Scotland before more recent trends have shown a resurgence in usage.
• Related names include James, Jamie, and Jacques, which share the same root origin and meaning.