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Hamlet Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "hamlet" is "little home", and is used often for "boys".

Name
hamlet
Meaning
little home
Pronunciation
ham-lit
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Hamlet Name Details

The name Hamlet originated from Germanic and Scandinavian origins. It is derived from the Old Norse name Hamall, which means 'scarred, mutilated'. In Shakespeare's famous play 'Hamlet', the name gained popularity as the title character. It has since become a well-known literary name with a tragic connotation.

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