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Hiram vs Abe

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

Abe

Boy #2,424 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"exalted father"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Jewish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,424
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Abe Rank #2,424

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2424 for Abe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Abe more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Abe at #2424 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Abe mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Abe means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Abe boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Abe is primarily a boy name.

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