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Hiram vs Eddie

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

Eddie

Boy #943 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune"

Origin: Old English (via Edward)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#943
Total SSA Count
243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Eddie Rank #943

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Eddie more popular?

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Eddie mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Eddie means "wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune" (Old English (via Edward) origin).

Are Hiram and Eddie boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Eddie is primarily a boy name.

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