Hampton
ha-mp-ton, ham-pton
Popularity:
3070
Origin:
British
Meaning:
Home settlement
As you explore the many vintage names inspired by the UK's glorious landscapes, take a moment to admire Hampton. This boy's name is rooted in the Old English word hāmtūn, meaning "home settlement." It's recently made the journey from a surname alongside Preston, Harlow, Camden, and Chester. Place names have a certain charm, but unlike Paris and Brooklyn, Hampton's got a cozy, rural feel. Baby may be an old soul at heart and adore all things retro!