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Hiram vs Clifton

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
Clifton Rank #1,756

Clifton is more popular, ranked #1756 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Clifton more popular?

Clifton is more popular, ranked #1756 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Clifton mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Clifton means "cliff settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Clifton boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Clifton is primarily a boy name.

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