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Hiram vs Forest

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

Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Forest Rank #6,292

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #6292 for Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Forest more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Forest at #6292 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Forest mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Forest means "dweller near the forest, woodland" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Forest boy or girl names?

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

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