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Alexis vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
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

Alexis Rank #485
Hiram Rank #1,768

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Hiram more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Hiram mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alexis and Hiram boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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