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Hiram vs Greg

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

Greg

Boy #4,526 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,526
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Greg Rank #4,526

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4526 for Greg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Greg more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Greg at #4526 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Greg mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Greg means "watchful, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Greg boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Greg is primarily a boy name.

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