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Hiram vs Ida

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

Ida

Girl #1,143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"work, labor"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian English Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,143
Total SSA Count
211
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ida Rank #1,143

Ida is more popular, ranked #1143 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ida more popular?

Ida is more popular, ranked #1143 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ida mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ida means "work, labor" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Ida boy or girl names?

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

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