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Hiram vs Evan

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

Evan

Boy #143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Welsh form of John

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#143
Total SSA Count
2,526
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Evan mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Hiram and Evan boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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