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Aileen vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aileen

Girl #718 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Irish/Greek Helene

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#718
Total SSA Count
390
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Hiram

Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,768
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aileen Rank #718
Hiram Rank #1,768

Aileen is more popular, ranked #718 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aileen or Hiram more popular?

Aileen is more popular, ranked #718 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Aileen and Hiram mean?

Aileen means "bright, shining light" (Irish/Greek Helene origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Aileen and Hiram boy or girl names?

Aileen is primarily a girl name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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