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Alex vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#205
Total SSA Count
1,722
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Alex Rank #205
Hiram Rank #1,768

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Hiram more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Alex and Hiram mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alex and Hiram boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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