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Forrest 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

Forrest Rank #408
Hiram Rank #1,768

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forrest or Hiram more popular?

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Forrest and Hiram mean?

Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Forrest and Hiram boy or girl names?

Forrest is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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