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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 #2,081
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2081 for Francis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Francis or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Francis at #2081 in the United States.

What do Francis and Hiram mean?

Francis means "free one, Frenchman" (Latin origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Francis and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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