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Boston 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

Boston Rank #628
Hiram Rank #1,768

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boston or Hiram more popular?

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Boston and Hiram mean?

Boston means "Botolph's town, market town" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Boston and Hiram boy or girl names?

Boston is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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