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Hiram vs Burton

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
Burton Rank #5,080

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #5080 for Burton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Burton more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Burton at #5080 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Burton mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Burton means "from the borough farm" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Burton boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Burton is primarily a boy name.

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