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Cora vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cora

Girl #102 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"maiden"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#102
Total SSA Count
2,570
Syllables
2
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

Cora Rank #102
Hiram Rank #1,768

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Hiram more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Cora and Hiram mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cora and Hiram boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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