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Hiram vs Alexis

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

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Alexis Rank #485

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Alexis more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Alexis mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Alexis boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Alexis is primarily a boy name.

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