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Hiram vs Boston

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
Boston Rank #628

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Boston more popular?

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Boston mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Boston means "Botolph's town, market town" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Boston boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Boston is primarily a boy name.

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