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Hiram vs Giles

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

Giles

Boy #5,104 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"young goat"

Origin: Greek (aigidion)

Cultural Roots

English French Medieval European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,104
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Giles Rank #5,104

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #5104 for Giles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Giles more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Giles at #5104 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Giles mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Giles means "young goat" (Greek (aigidion) origin).

Are Hiram and Giles boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Giles is primarily a boy name.

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