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Hiram vs Jake

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

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#423
Total SSA Count
743
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Jake Rank #423

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Jake more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Jake mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Jake boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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