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Hiram vs Ava

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

Ava

Girl #9 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"life"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9
Total SSA Count
8,662
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ava Rank #9

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ava more popular?

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ava mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ava means "life" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Ava boy or girl names?

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

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