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Hiram vs Helena

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

Helena

Girl #414 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"shining light, bright one"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Scandinavian German Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#414
Total SSA Count
754
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Helena Rank #414

Helena is more popular, ranked #414 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Helena more popular?

Helena is more popular, ranked #414 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Helena mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Helena means "shining light, bright one" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Helena boy or girl names?

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

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