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Hiram vs Cristobal

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
Cristobal Rank #1,481

Cristobal is more popular, ranked #1481 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Cristobal more popular?

Cristobal is more popular, ranked #1481 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Cristobal mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Cristobal means "bearer of Christ" (Greek (Christophoros) origin).

Are Hiram and Cristobal boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Cristobal is primarily a boy name.

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