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Elisha vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elisha

Boy #851 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#851
Total SSA Count
284
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

Elisha Rank #851
Hiram Rank #1,768

Elisha is more popular, ranked #851 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elisha or Hiram more popular?

Elisha is more popular, ranked #851 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Elisha and Hiram mean?

Elisha means "my God is salvation" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elisha and Hiram boy or girl names?

Elisha is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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