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Hiram vs Benton

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

Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Benton Rank #1,310

Benton is more popular, ranked #1310 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Benton more popular?

Benton is more popular, ranked #1310 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Benton mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Benton means "from the bent grass farmstead" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Benton boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Benton is primarily a boy name.

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