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Hiram vs Henry

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

Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Henry Rank #6

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Henry more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Henry mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Henry boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Henry is primarily a boy name.

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