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Hiram vs Brent

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

Brent

Boy #1,658 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"high place, hill top"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,658
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Brent Rank #1,658

Brent is more popular, ranked #1658 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Brent more popular?

Brent is more popular, ranked #1658 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Brent mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Brent means "high place, hill top" (Celtic origin).

Are Hiram and Brent boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Brent is primarily a boy name.

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