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Hiram vs Ada

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

Ada

Girl #193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, nobility"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Italian Turkish Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#193
Total SSA Count
1,563
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ada Rank #193

Ada is more popular, ranked #193 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ada more popular?

Ada is more popular, ranked #193 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ada mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ada means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Ada boy or girl names?

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

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