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Elias vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elias

Boy #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Greek Scandinavian German Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25
Total SSA Count
7,653
Syllables
3
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

Elias Rank #25
Hiram Rank #1,768

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elias or Hiram more popular?

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Elias and Hiram mean?

Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elias and Hiram boy or girl names?

Elias is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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