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Hiram vs Fay

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

Fay

Girl #3,384 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fairy, magical being"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,384
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Fay Rank #3,384

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3384 for Fay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Fay more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Fay at #3384 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Fay mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Fay means "fairy, magical being" (Old French origin).

Are Hiram and Fay boy or girl names?

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

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