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Hiram vs Essie

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

Essie

Girl #2,714 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star, radiant one"

Origin: Hebrew/Persian

Cultural Roots

English Jewish American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,714
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Essie Rank #2,714

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2714 for Essie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Essie more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Essie at #2714 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Essie mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Essie means "star, radiant one" (Hebrew/Persian origin).

Are Hiram and Essie boy or girl names?

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

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