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Hiram vs Cora

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

Cora

Girl #102 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"maiden"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#102
Total SSA Count
2,570
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Cora Rank #102

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Cora more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Cora mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Cora boy or girl names?

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

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