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Hiram vs Gustav

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

Gustav

Boy #3,344 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"staff of the Goths, divine staff"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Swedish German Norwegian Danish Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,344
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Gustav Rank #3,344

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3344 for Gustav.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Gustav more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Gustav at #3344 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Gustav mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Gustav means "staff of the Goths, divine staff" (Old Norse origin).

Are Hiram and Gustav boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Gustav is primarily a boy name.

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