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Hiram vs Eugene

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

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Eugene Rank #871

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Eugene more popular?

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Eugene mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Eugene boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Eugene is primarily a boy name.

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