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Hiram vs Foster

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
Foster Rank #1,077

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Foster more popular?

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Foster mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Foster boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Foster is primarily a boy name.

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