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Hiram vs Esau

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

Esau

Boy #3,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hairy, rough"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Christian Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,082
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Esau Rank #3,082

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3082 for Esau.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Esau more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Esau at #3082 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Esau mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Esau means "hairy, rough" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Esau boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Esau is primarily a boy name.

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