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Hiram vs Elihu

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

Elihu

Boy #5,577 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"He is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,577
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Elihu Rank #5,577

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #5577 for Elihu.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Elihu more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Elihu at #5577 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Elihu mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Elihu means "He is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Elihu boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Elihu is primarily a boy name.

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