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Hiram vs Joan

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

Joan

Girl #1,238 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French Spanish Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,238
Total SSA Count
188
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Joan Rank #1,238

Joan is more popular, ranked #1238 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Joan more popular?

Joan is more popular, ranked #1238 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Joan mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Joan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Joan boy or girl names?

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

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