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Hiram vs Johnson

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
Johnson Rank #3,553

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3553 for Johnson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Johnson more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Johnson at #3553 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Johnson mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Johnson means "son of John" (English origin).

Are Hiram and Johnson boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Johnson is primarily a boy name.

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