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Francis 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

Francis Rank #451
Hiram Rank #1,768

Francis is more popular, ranked #451 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Francis or Hiram more popular?

Francis is more popular, ranked #451 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Francis and Hiram mean?

Francis means "free man" (Germanic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Francis and Hiram boy or girl names?

Francis is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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