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Hiram vs Ellis

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

Ellis

Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,250
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ellis Rank #273

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ellis more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ellis mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Hiram and Ellis boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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