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Hiram vs Alma

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

Alma

Girl #472 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"nourishing, kind"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin Spanish English Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#472
Total SSA Count
653
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Alma Rank #472

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Alma more popular?

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Alma mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Alma means "nourishing, kind" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Alma boy or girl names?

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

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