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Hiram vs Emile

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

Emile

Boy #1,920 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, eager to emulate"

Origin: Latin Aemilius

Cultural Roots

French Belgian Swiss English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,920
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Emile Rank #1,920

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #1920 for Emile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Emile more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Emile at #1920 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Emile mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Emile means "rival, eager to emulate" (Latin Aemilius origin).

Are Hiram and Emile boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Emile is primarily a boy name.

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