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Hiram vs Jose

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

Jose

Boy #91 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God will increase, God will add"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#91
Total SSA Count
3,768
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Jose Rank #91

Jose is more popular, ranked #91 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Jose more popular?

Jose is more popular, ranked #91 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Jose mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Jose means "God will increase, God will add" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Jose boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Jose is primarily a boy name.

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