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Hiram vs Josephine

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
Josephine Rank #56

Josephine is more popular, ranked #56 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Josephine more popular?

Josephine is more popular, ranked #56 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Josephine mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Josephine means "may God add children" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Josephine boy or girl names?

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

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