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Blake vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blake

Boy #265 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dark one, black"

Origin: Old English blaec

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#265
Total SSA Count
1,311
Syllables
1
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

Blake Rank #265
Hiram Rank #1,768

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blake or Hiram more popular?

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Blake and Hiram mean?

Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Blake and Hiram boy or girl names?

Blake is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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