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Gene vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gene

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,910
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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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

Gene Rank #1,910
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #1910 for Gene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gene or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Gene at #1910 in the United States.

What do Gene and Hiram mean?

Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gene and Hiram boy or girl names?

Gene is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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