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Hiram vs Asher

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

Asher

Boy #20 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fortunate, prosperous"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20
Total SSA Count
8,123
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Asher mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Asher boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.

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