The baby name Hammett is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "HAM-it".
Hammett is English in Origin.
Hammett is a name of English origin that means "home" or "homestead". It is derived from the Old English word "ham" which means "village" or "estate" and "ett" which means "dweller". The name Hammett was first recorded in the 13th century in the county of Devon in England. It was a popular surname among the Anglo-Saxon people who lived in the region.
The name Hammett is predominantly used as a surname, but it can also be used as a first name. It is a unisex name, meaning it can be given to both boys and girls. The pronunciation of Hammett is HAM-it. The name is composed of two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable. The name Hammett has been used by several notable people, including the American author Dashiell Hammett, who is known for his detective novels.
The name Hammett is a combination of two elements, "ham" and "ett". The first element "ham" means "home" or "village", while the second element "ett" means "dweller". The name has a strong connection to the English countryside and is often associated with rural life. Today, the name Hammett is not as common as it once was, but it still holds a special place in English history and culture.