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Clifton 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

Clifton Rank #1,756
Hiram Rank #1,768

Clifton is more popular, ranked #1756 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clifton or Hiram more popular?

Clifton is more popular, ranked #1756 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Clifton and Hiram mean?

Clifton means "cliff settlement" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clifton and Hiram boy or girl names?

Clifton is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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