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Hiram vs Jefferson

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
Jefferson Rank #711

Jefferson is more popular, ranked #711 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Jefferson more popular?

Jefferson is more popular, ranked #711 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Jefferson mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Jefferson means "son of Jeffrey, son of God's peace" (Old English via Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Jefferson boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Jefferson is primarily a boy name.

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