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Hiram vs Eli

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
Eli Rank #92

Eli is more popular, ranked #92 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Eli more popular?

Eli is more popular, ranked #92 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Eli mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Eli means "ascended, high" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Eli boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Eli is primarily a boy name.

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