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Hiram vs Keith

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

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
336
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Keith Rank #758

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Keith more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Keith mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin).

Are Hiram and Keith boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Keith is primarily a boy name.

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