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Augustus vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Augustus Rank #409
Hiram Rank #1,768

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Augustus or Hiram more popular?

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Hiram mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Augustus and Hiram boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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