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Calhoun 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

Calhoun Rank #6,030
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #6030 for Calhoun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calhoun or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Calhoun at #6030 in the United States.

What do Calhoun and Hiram mean?

Calhoun means "from the narrow forest" (Irish/Scottish Gaelic Colquhoun origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Calhoun and Hiram boy or girl names?

Calhoun is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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