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Greg vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Greg

Boy #4,526 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,526
Total SSA Count
23
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

Greg Rank #4,526
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4526 for Greg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greg or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Greg at #4526 in the United States.

What do Greg and Hiram mean?

Greg means "watchful, alert" (Greek origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Greg and Hiram boy or girl names?

Greg is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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