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Hiram vs Gabe

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

Gabe

Boy #4,653 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is my strength"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,653
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Gabe Rank #4,653

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4653 for Gabe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Gabe more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Gabe at #4653 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Gabe mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Gabe means "God is my strength" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Gabe boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Gabe is primarily a boy name.

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