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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

Girl #155 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew (via Scottish)

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#155
Total SSA Count
1,901
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Elsie Rank #155

Elsie is more popular, ranked #155 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Elsie more popular?

Elsie is more popular, ranked #155 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Elsie mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Elsie means "God is my oath" (Hebrew (via Scottish) origin).

Are Hiram and Elsie boy or girl names?

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

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