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Hiram vs Ezra

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

Ezra

Boy #13 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, powerful"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#13
Total SSA Count
8,774
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ezra Rank #13

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ezra more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ezra mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Ezra boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Ezra is primarily a boy name.

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