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Eddie vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eddie

Boy #943 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune"

Origin: Old English (via Edward)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#943
Total SSA Count
243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Eddie Rank #943
Hiram Rank #1,768

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eddie or Hiram more popular?

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Eddie and Hiram mean?

Eddie means "wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune" (Old English (via Edward) origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Eddie and Hiram boy or girl names?

Eddie is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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