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Hiram vs Eileen

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

Eileen

Girl #592 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining one"

Origin: Greek via Irish (Eibhlín)

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#592
Total SSA Count
508
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Eileen Rank #592

Eileen is more popular, ranked #592 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Eileen more popular?

Eileen is more popular, ranked #592 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Eileen mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Eileen means "bright, shining one" (Greek via Irish (Eibhlín) origin).

Are Hiram and Eileen boy or girl names?

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

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