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Hiram vs Byron

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

Byron

Boy #884 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the cattle sheds, one from the byres"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#884
Total SSA Count
272
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Byron Rank #884

Byron is more popular, ranked #884 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Byron more popular?

Byron is more popular, ranked #884 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Byron mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Byron means "at the cattle sheds, one from the byres" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Byron boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Byron is primarily a boy name.

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