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Hiram vs Hosea

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
Hosea Rank #2,351

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2351 for Hosea.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Hosea more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Hosea at #2351 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Hosea mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Hosea means "God saves" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Hosea boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Hosea is primarily a boy name.

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