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Hiram vs Francis

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
Francis Rank #2,081

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2081 for Francis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Francis more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Francis at #2081 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Francis mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Francis means "free one, Frenchman" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Francis boy or girl names?

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

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