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Allan vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allan

Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#854
Total SSA Count
283
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

Allan Rank #854
Hiram Rank #1,768

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allan or Hiram more popular?

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Allan and Hiram mean?

Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Allan and Hiram boy or girl names?

Allan is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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