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Hiram vs Issac

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

Issac

Boy #856 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laughter"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Christian African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#856
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Issac Rank #856

Issac is more popular, ranked #856 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Issac more popular?

Issac is more popular, ranked #856 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Issac mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Issac means "laughter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Issac boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Issac is primarily a boy name.

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