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Hiram vs Irvin

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

Irvin

Boy #2,081 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green/fresh river"

Origin: Brittonic/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,081
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Irvin Rank #2,081

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2081 for Irvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Irvin more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Irvin at #2081 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Irvin mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Irvin means "green/fresh river" (Brittonic/Celtic origin).

Are Hiram and Irvin boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Irvin is primarily a boy name.

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