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Emmett 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

Emmett Rank #119
Hiram Rank #1,768

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmett or Hiram more popular?

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Emmett and Hiram mean?

Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emmett and Hiram boy or girl names?

Emmett is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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