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Benton 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

Benton Rank #1,310
Hiram Rank #1,768

Benton is more popular, ranked #1310 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benton or Hiram more popular?

Benton is more popular, ranked #1310 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Benton and Hiram mean?

Benton means "from the bent grass farmstead" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Benton and Hiram boy or girl names?

Benton is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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