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Hiram vs Elsie

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

Elsie

Boy #26,507 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledged to God"

Origin: Hebrew (via Elizabeth)

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#26,507
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Elsie Rank #26,507

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #26507 for Elsie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Elsie more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Elsie at #26507 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Elsie mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Elsie means "pledged to God" (Hebrew (via Elizabeth) origin).

Are Hiram and Elsie boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Elsie is primarily a boy name.

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