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Glenn vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Glenn Rank #1,366
Hiram Rank #1,768

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Hiram more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Hiram mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Glenn and Hiram boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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