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Elijah 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

Elijah Rank #8
Hiram Rank #1,768

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elijah or Hiram more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Elijah and Hiram mean?

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

Are Elijah and Hiram boy or girl names?

Elijah is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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