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Hiram vs Cecelia

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

Cecelia

Girl #568 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Caecilii, ancient Roman clan"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish Irish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#568
Total SSA Count
529
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Cecelia Rank #568

Cecelia is more popular, ranked #568 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Cecelia more popular?

Cecelia is more popular, ranked #568 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Cecelia mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Cecelia means "of the Caecilii, ancient Roman clan" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Cecelia boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Cecelia is primarily a girl name.

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