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Hiram vs Forrest

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
Forrest Rank #408

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Forrest more popular?

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Forrest mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin).

Are Hiram and Forrest boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Forrest is primarily a boy name.

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