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Brent vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brent

Boy #1,658 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"high place, hill top"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,658
Total SSA Count
102
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

Brent Rank #1,658
Hiram Rank #1,768

Brent is more popular, ranked #1658 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brent or Hiram more popular?

Brent is more popular, ranked #1658 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Brent and Hiram mean?

Brent means "high place, hill top" (Celtic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Brent and Hiram boy or girl names?

Brent is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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